Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Medellín (MDE)

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Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Medellín (MDE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from San José to Medellín route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
José María Córdova Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, avianca
Return price
AU$419
Distance
1049 km

Your quick guide to flights from San José to Medellín

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Find cheap flights from San José to Medellín

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$420 to AU$497, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from San José to Medellín around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Medellín is normally in February.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from SJO to MDE?
If you’re planning on travelling from SJO to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE), round-trip journeys start from AU$420. This figure is based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t wait around. Book now and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SJO to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but every air carrier has different terms and conditions. If you do need to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from SJO to Medellin Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Medellin Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from SJO to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
A flight distance of just 1 050 kilometres separates San Jose and Rionegro. Once you’re up in the skies, you won’t have time to do much more than listen to a few songs on your travel playlist.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Medellin Airport?
Flying nonstop from SJO to MDE is a cinch with AVIANCA (AV). This popular airline offers 8 flights each month.
Are Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so not always. While last-minute flight deals between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and MDE are possible, it’s also a good idea to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers publish their prices up to a year before the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so check back often and be ready to lock in your seat when the price dips.
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