Cheap Flights from Medellin (MDEA) to Lima (LIM)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Medellin to Lima from £115 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Medellin to Lima flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Medellin to Lima

Medellin to Lima: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Medellin to Lima below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lima.

Medellin to Lima: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£191
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week47

Finding cheap flights from Medellin to Lima: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Medellin to Lima is £191. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Medellin to Lima.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Peru and JetSmart fly direct from Medellin to Lima.
As of January 2026, there are 76 flights per week flying from Medellin to Lima.
The cheapest month to fly from Medellin to Lima is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Medellin to Lima Airport on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lima but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lima is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lima is JetSmart .

Flying from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know

  • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) departing from here.

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.

  • Medellin and Lima (where Jorge Chavez International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.

  • With 20 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) is the most popular route. LATAM Airlines operates the earliest flight at 3:55am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from MDE to LIM is with JetSMART at 6:29pm.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Medellin to LIM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in Medellin

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

  • You can find a direct flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) out of Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).

  • You'll have your pick of carriers that offer direct flights from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport leaving from MDE. Reserve your trip with one of these:

  • LATAM Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from MDE to LIM.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, LATAM Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to LIM. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

    • Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)

  • The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kms (15 miles). Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • Of all flights leaving Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% land on schedule at their destination.

Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

  • Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Matecana International Airport (PEI)

    • Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)

  • EOH is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Medellin. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.

  • Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to LIM flight:

About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

  • If you have a late flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LIM:

  • Follow your own route with a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and see more of Lima and beyond.

  • Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima

  • Jorge Chavez International Airport is about 5 miles from central Lima. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.

  • It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport is £115. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £191. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Medellin to LIM.

  • Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Medellin to LIM.

  • Save on your flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). August is when most people travel to Lima. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.

  • When booking your Medellin to LIM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Lima, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • August sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Lima

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lima right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Medellin to Jorge Chavez International Airport:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Machu Picchu Park, Iguazú Park and La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Lima itinerary.

Explore more of Peru

  • Huancayo is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lima. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the east, its top attractions include Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in Peru, head for Ica, about 274 kms (170 miles) south-east of Lima. Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina are among its highlights.

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