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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín:

• Earliest: departs at 11:20 am and lands at 2:51 pm
• Latest: departs at 7:00 pm and lands at 10:31 pm.

The flight takes about 3h 31m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín takes 3h 31m, covering 1,404 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín range from $270 to $468, with an average of $353 over the past 12 months. Anything below $270 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $353 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $325 round-trip via Barranquilla E Cortissoz (BAQ), compared to $350 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $49–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Fort Lauderdale to Medellín flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Fort Lauderdale to Medellín route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Since Medellín is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) — daily rates from around $15:

• Localiza
• Budget
• Alamo
• GREEN MOTION
• Sixt

Near Medellín Enrique Olaya Airport (EOH) — daily rates from around $3:

• America Car Rental
• Localiza
• Europcar
• keddy by Europcar
• Confort Rent A Car

Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín usually depart from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and may arrive at several airports in Medellín area, including Medellín Enrique Olaya (EOH) and Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Fort Lauderdale to Medellín route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 10m.

One-stop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 76% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 4% of one-stop connections
• San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl (SJU) - 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellín. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $334 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $373, a difference of $39.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Fort Lauderdale and Medellín. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Avianca
• JetBlue

Flying via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 38m via San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl (SJU) and 8h 52m via Cali Alfonso B. Aragon Intl (CLO).

Medellín is 1 hour behind Fort Lauderdale (Colombia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Medellín are Parque Lleras, Atanasio Girardot Stadium and Poblado Park. These are among the most viewed places in Medellín on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Fort Lauderdale to Medellín flights:

• Avianca: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

American Airlines have unaccompanied minor services that ensure unaccompanied minors have a safe and enjoyable travel experience. Minors aged between 5 and 14 who are traveling without an adult must use the service. However, it is optional for children aged 15 and 17, though it will cost a separate fee. Children aged below 5 years cannot travel alone.

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is approximately 27 miles from Downtown Miami. If you are driving or have taken a taxi, it will take roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport. A bus is an alternative means of transportation, but it will take close to 1 hour under ideal traffic conditions.

JetBlue Airlines offers special meals to travelers on the Mint class. You can choose a meal from vegan, kosher, and other low-calorie and gluten-free choices. There are no special meals on the main cabin, but you can get a salad shaker which is vegan and free of gluten.

Spirit Airlines allows customers to travel with instruments such as guitars, violins, accordions, acoustic guitars, saxophones, bass, and electric guitars. These musical instruments are considered delicate, and it is recommended that they are packed in a case. The instruments are charged as checked bags, and you must complete a release of liability form before departure.