Travelling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Prague, where Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located.
For a relaxed start to your PRG to Medellin flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a plane ticket from PRG to Medellin, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a top stop on this route.
The journey from central Prague to PRG takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 miles in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near PRG? If you're boarding an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, 69.89% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Medellin
£289 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £623. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PRG to Medellin. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 15 miles from the centre of Medellin. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from PRG to Medellin can help you get the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is about 4 miles from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your PRG to Medellin flight:
Why wait around for public transport? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Crank up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Travel to Medellin during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PRG to Medellin around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Medellin, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Medellin itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered 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.
Around 200 miles south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
