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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 4:55 pm and lands at 10:31 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 4:36 am.

The flight takes about 5h 36m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 5h 36m, covering 2,380 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 Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $478 to $707, with an average of $573 over the past 12 months. Anything below $478 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $573 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $420 round-trip via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM), compared to $642 for nonstop.

Avianca is the only airline operating Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights. 94% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $86–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Night is the busiest departure period on Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Flights from Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Medellín area, including Medellín Enrique Olaya (EOH) and Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE). Flights usually arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon 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 Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

One-stop flights from Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 51% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $547 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $625, a difference of $78.

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

Only Avianca operates flights between Medellín and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

Flying via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 34m, compared with 9h 12m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 9h 13m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Medellín (Eastern Time vs Colombia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Medellín to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

• Avianca: 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

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

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) operates the Harmony Lounge, where you can retreat to refuel, refresh, and reconnect before leaving for New York’s LaGuardia Airport. The facility is open to anyone, regardless of the airline or class, provided you pay for the day’s pass. Also, you will enjoy a priority pass at the security counter.

When booking your flight at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), several airlines offer one-stop connections to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Popular stopovers along this route include Cali (CLO), Bogota (BOG), Orlando (MCO), Panama (PTY), and Cartagena (CTG). Typically, the layovers will depend on the airline and the flight schedule.

Flights from Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) involve long-haul journeys, so traveling in business or first class might be a great idea. With exquisite in-flight entertainment, diverse menus for food and drinks, and lie-flat seats with bedding and blanket, you will have a memorable experience.

American Airlines and Avianca are parents’ favorites on the Medellin-New York route, as they cater to the needs of every family member. They feature comfortable seats and extra legroom for relaxation on long-haul journeys. On the other hand, the little ones will relish every minute of enjoying kid-friendly entertainment.