What is the IATA code for Medellin Airport?

The IATA code for Jose Marie Cordova is MDE.

Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) in Medellin, Colombia. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

MDE

Jose Marie Cordova

Q: How to reach Medellin Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: There is no direct metro/rail connection to the airport. Bus: Buses operate from the airport to Medellín. Several bus companies provide service, including Combuses S.A. and Flota Rionegro. The fare is approximately 12,000-14,000 COP. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. A pre-paid taxi service is available. The approximate fare to Medellín is 70,000-80,000 COP. Uber is also available. Distance: Approximately 22 km from Medellín city center. Travel time is about 30-45 minutes without traffic, and 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

Medellin, Colombia

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ℹ️ About Jose Marie Cordova

José María Córdova International Airport opened in 1985. It is operated by Airplan S.A.S.

The airport handled over 9 million passengers in 2019. Its IATA code is MDE.

It serves as the main international airport for Medellín and the surrounding area. There are plans for further expansion to accommodate increasing passenger traffic.

🏢 Terminals

José María Córdova International Airport has one main passenger terminal. It handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has 19 gates. In 2018, the airport completed an expansion to increase its capacity to 11 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Medellin Airport

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Metro/Rail

There is no direct metro/rail connection to the airport.

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Bus

Buses operate from the airport to Medellín. Several bus companies provide service, including Combuses S.A. and Flota Rionegro. The fare is approximately 12,000-14,000 COP.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. A pre-paid taxi service is available. The approximate fare to Medellín is 70,000-80,000 COP. Uber is also available.

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Distance

Approximately 22 km from Medellín city center. Travel time is about 30-45 minutes without traffic, and 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

Avianca Sala VIP (domestic and international). Access is available to Avianca LifeMiles members, Star Alliance Gold members, and passengers flying in business class. The Copa Club lounge is also available.

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Food & Dining

Several restaurants and cafes are located throughout the terminal, including Subway and Dunkin'. There are no 24-hour options.

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Shopping

Duty-free shops are available in the international departures area. Local handicrafts and souvenirs are also available.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the network 'Aeropuerto JMC'.

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Banking

ATMs are located in the public area of the terminal. Currency exchange services are available.

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Medical

A medical service is available in the terminal.

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Other

Prayer room available. Smoking zones are outside the terminal building.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. The rate for short-term parking is approximately 4,000 COP per hour. Daily rates are around 30,000 COP. There is no pre-booking URL.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Consider taking a bus to Medellín to save money on transportation.

Pre-book a taxi or Uber during peak hours to ensure availability.

Check the location of your gate upon arrival, as the terminal can be crowded.

Take advantage of the free WiFi to stay connected.

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