Medellín to Bogota Flights MDE → BOG

Jose Maria Córdova International Airport → El Dorado International Airport

🇨🇴 Medellín, CO → 🇨🇴 Bogota, CO

The Medellín to Bogota route connects Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) in CO with El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in CO. This short-haul flight covers approximately 134 miles (216 km) with a typical flight time of 33m. This route is served by 6 airlines: Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia Airlines, LATAM Colombia, JetSMART and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 71 daily flights on this route.

About This Route

Route Overview

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The route from Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) to Bogotá's El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a crucial domestic connection in Colombia. It caters to both business travelers and tourists, with many people flying between Colombia's second-largest city and the capital. The flight usually takes around 57 minutes. Travelers choose this route for its speed and convenience, avoiding long bus journeys through mountainous terrain. The route does not have a specific historical significance, but it is essential for connecting the economic and cultural hubs of the country. You might get some great views of the Andes if you get a window seat!

Travel Tips

To secure better prices, aim to book your flight around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays often offer cheaper flights. For MDE, arrive with ample time, especially during peak hours, and be aware that it is located about 45 minutes from Medellin. At BOG, familiarize yourself with the terminal layout to navigate efficiently. Since the flight is short, in-flight entertainment may be limited, so bring your own entertainment. Check for potential delays and aim to fly before 3 PM to increase reliability.

Destination Highlights

Bogota offers a blend of history, culture, and modern attractions. Key attractions include La Candelaria, the historic colonial district with its colorful streets and historical buildings, Museo del Oro (Gold Museum), showcasing pre-Columbian gold artifacts, and Monserrate, a mountain offering panoramic views of the city, accessible by funicular or cable car. Bogota is unique for its vibrant street art scene and rich history. Don't miss the chance to explore Usaquén, a charming neighborhood known for its Sunday flea market. Try local cuisine like arepas and oblea, and enjoy some world-renowned Colombian coffee.

Best Time to Fly

The weather in Bogota is fairly consistent year-round due to its high altitude, with average temperatures between 46°F and 68°F. December is typically the cheapest month to fly. Avoid peak travel times like August, which is the most popular month. To balance good weather and lower prices, consider March. Check local event calendars for festivals or special events that might interest you, but be aware that these can increase travel costs and crowds.

AI-Generated Content: This information was compiled using AI from web sources on Dec 25, 2025. Content may not be current; please verify with airlines before booking.

Departure Airport

Jose Maria Córdova International Airport

ICAO Code:: SKRG
IATA Code:: MDE
City:: 🇨🇴 Medellín
Country:: CO
Elevation:: 6955 ft

Destination Airport

El Dorado International Airport

ICAO Code:: SKBO
IATA Code:: BOG
City:: 🇨🇴 Bogota
Country:: CO
Elevation:: 8361 ft

Operators

Daily Flights

134

Miles

33m

Flight Duration

Route Map

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Operating Airlines

Airline	ICAO	IATA
Avianca	`AVA`	`AV`
LATAM Colombia	`ARE`	`4C`
JetSMART	`JEC`	`J6`
Copa Colombia	`RPB`	`P5`
Avianca Ecuador	`GLG`	`2K`
Avianca Cargo	`TPA`	`QT`

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day	Flights Observed	Frequency
Monday	85	13%
Tuesday	123	18%
Wednesday	105	16%
Thursday	90	13%
Friday	93	14%
Saturday	100	15%
Sunday	75	11%

Pattern Analysis

71 Daily Flights:

AVA9653 AVA9337 AVA8427 AVA8433 AVA9309 ARE4009 BON5111 JEC5111 JEC5132 AVA8415 AVA8451 AVA9243 AVA9261 AVA9303 AVA9319 AVA9331 AVA9375 AVA9569 ARE4013 ARE4041 JEC5115 JEC5117 RPB7269 AVA8475 ARE4003 ARE4033 BON5113 BON5115 JEC5113 JEC5119 JEC5130 AVA9305 AVA9315 AVA9323 AVA9327 AVA9335 AVA9343 AVA9557 ARE4015 ARE4031 ARE4043 BON5117 BON5121 BON5130 JEC5121 JEC5136 RPB7271 RPB7277 AVA9307 AVA9313 AVA9325 AVA9355 AVA9357 AVA9403 ARE4011 ARE4023 ARE4027 ARE4037 BON5132 BON5134 BON5136 JEC5123 JEC5127 JEC5134 JEC5143 JEC5149 RPB7275 RPB7299 RPB7503 RPB7505 GLG9261

Data Points: 671
API observations used to build this analysis

Weekdays: 496 flights
Weekend: 175 flights

Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

6 Routes

Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.

Airline	Flight Numbers	Aircraft Type	Typical Time	Days Active	Last Seen	Status
Avianca `AVA` / `AV`	AVA9653 AVA9337 AVA8427 AVA8433 AVA9309 AVA8415 AVA8451 AVA9243 AVA9261 AVA9303 AVA9319 AVA9331 AVA9375 AVA9569 AVA8475 AVA9305 AVA9315 AVA9323 AVA9327 AVA9335 AVA9343 AVA9557 AVA9307 AVA9313 AVA9325 AVA9355 AVA9357 AVA9403	A320	14:05 2:05 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jan 31, 2026	Active
Avianca Cargo `TPA` / `QT`	-	A332	-	M T W T F S S	Oct 29, 2025	Active
Avianca Ecuador `GLG` / `2K`	GLG9261	A319	19:40 7:40 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Dec 8, 2025	Active
Copa Colombia `RPB` / `P5`	RPB7269 RPB7271 RPB7277 RPB7275 RPB7299 RPB7503 RPB7505	B738	05:16 5:16 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jan 30, 2026	Active
JetSMART `JEC` / `J6`	JEC5111 JEC5132 JEC5115 JEC5117 JEC5113 JEC5119 JEC5130 JEC5121 JEC5136 JEC5123 JEC5127 JEC5134 JEC5143 JEC5149	A320	15:03 3:03 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jan 31, 2026	Active
LATAM Colombia `ARE` / `4C`	ARE4009 ARE4013 ARE4041 ARE4003 ARE4033 ARE4015 ARE4031 ARE4043 ARE4011 ARE4023 ARE4027 ARE4037	A320	14:50 2:50 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jan 31, 2026	Active

Total Routes: 6

Active Routes: 6

Unique Airlines: 6

Aircraft Types: 7

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time	Operator	ICAO	IATA
05:16 5:16 AM	Copa Colombia	`RPB`	`P5`
14:05 2:05 PM	Avianca	`AVA`	`AV`
14:50 2:50 PM	LATAM Colombia	`ARE`	`4C`
15:03 3:03 PM	JetSMART	`JEC`	`J6`
19:40 7:40 PM	Avianca Ecuador	`GLG`	`2K`

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (SKRG - America/Bogota).

Total Departure Times: 5

Time Range:
05:16 - 19:40

These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.