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Wed, 05 Feb JNB - MDE
Mon, 10 Feb MDE - JNB
25209R 23816R
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Fri, 07 Feb JNB - MDE
11212R 10530R
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Wed, 29 Jan JNB - MDE
Tue, 11 Feb MDE - JNB
24104R 22922R
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Mon, 27 Jan JNB - MDE
Tue, 04 Feb MDE - JNB
24244R 23037R
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Thu, 13 Feb JNB - MDE
Thu, 20 Feb MDE - JNB
28310R 27100R
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Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
48% Trains in Medellin are 48% cheaper than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg 27,5R
Medellin 14,35R
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
47% A meal in Medellin is 47% cheaper than a meal in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg 210R
Medellin 110,38R
Exchange rate
1 ZAR = 228.43 COP
1 COP = 0.01 ZAR
Last checked on 20 January 2025
Distance: 11671 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) How far from city centre: 1 kms
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA) How far from city centre: 48 kms
Medellin airports
J M Cordova (MDE) How far from city centre: 2 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Johannesburg to Medellin

Planning a trip from Johannesburg to Medellin? Flights between these two vibrant cities typically involve one or more stops and take around 30-35 hours. While there are no direct flights to Medellin from Johannesburg currently available, you can find flights with layovers on eDreams.

Time Difference between Johannesburg and Medellin

Medellin is 7 hours behind Johannesburg. Please double-check for any Daylight Savings Time changes to ensure you have the correct local time.

Best Time to Fly to Medellin

Medellin enjoys pleasant weather year-round, also known as the "City of Eternal Spring". You'll find comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 16°C to 27°C. Consider booking your flights to Medellin from Johannesburg between December and March for warm, sunny days, perfect for exploring. While there are slight temperature variations between seasons, the weather in Medellin makes it an attractive destination throughout the year. For cheap flights to Medellin from Johannesburg, book through eDreams to unlock the best deals and offers.

Johannesburg Airports

Johannesburg is a major transportation hub, offering flights to Medellin from Johannesburg and other destinations worldwide. The city is served by several airports, ensuring convenient travel options for all passengers. Here's some information about the main passenger airports:

Airport Information

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

O.R. Tambo International Airport, formerly known as Johannesburg International Airport, is the largest and busiest airport in Africa. Located 23km east of Johannesburg city centre, it handles millions of passengers annually and serves as a primary airport for both domestic and international flights to Medellin from Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport is a modern and convenient airport situated approximately 35 kilometres from Johannesburg's city centre. It offers a range of facilities and serves as a key travel hub connecting Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban, handling flights to Medellin from Johannesburg.

Rand Airport (QRA)

Rand Airport is a smaller, privately owned airport located in Germiston, near Johannesburg. It primarily caters to general aviation and smaller aircraft.

Main Airlines for this Route

Here are three airlines that frequently offer flights to Medellin from Johannesburg:

Medellín Airports

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Airport Information

José María Córdova International Airport (MDE)

José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) is the main airport serving Medellín, located approximately 30 minutes from the city centre. It handles both domestic and international flights to Medellín from Johannesburg, offering various facilities such as restaurants, shops, duty-free, banks, money exchange, and car rental services. You can find eDreams car rental services available.

Getting to the city centre:

Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

This smaller airport, located within Medellín, primarily serves domestic flights. It's a convenient option for regional travel within Colombia.

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What to Do and See in Medellín

Planning your flights to Medellin from Johannesburg? Medellín, often called the "City of Eternal Spring", offers a captivating blend of culture, history, and nature. Here are a few must-do activities:

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Medellin

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Colombia. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Johannesburg to Medellin, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to Medellin is R10530. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Medellin more expensive than Johannesburg to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Medellin costs about $ 26.05 ZAR, 30% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of $ 20.00 ZAR, while train tickets cost 48% less at Medellin: $ 14.35 ZAR versus $ 27.50 ZAR at Johannesburg. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 110.38 ZAR euros in Medellin, 47% less than the 210.00 ZAR euros in Johannesburg. The price of the coffee is around 23% cheaper in Medellin, with an average of 29.41 ZAR, while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 38.38 ZAR.
How is the weather in Medellin compared to Johannesburg?
While in Johannesburg the temperatures can reach an average of 31.84 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6.0 mm ,Medellin's temperatures can go up to 26.89 ºC during the hot season, with 6.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 9.85 ºC in Medellin, compared to the -0.43 ºC average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while Medellin have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.

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