Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin and Kansas City (where Kansas City International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a relaxed start to your MCI to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from MCI to Medellin. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MCI is about 16 miles from central Kansas City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to MCI? If you're catching an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Kansas City International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from MCI make it to their destination as scheduled 81.34% of the time.
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Medellin
The best price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Medellin flight is £118. The cheapest price for a return flight is £343. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MCI to Medellin if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Kansas City International Airport to Medellin ticket.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 15 miles. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MCI to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 4 miles from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your MCI to Medellin flight, unwind at a hotel close to EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can select from trusted rental outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Medellin in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Kansas City International Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCI to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin, check out our selection of hotels including:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are a couple of top attractions to put on your Medellin must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Medellin. Around 150 miles away to the south-east, its best attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 200 miles south of Medellin. No trip is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
