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Cheapest round-trip
$401
Typical prices: $381-$501
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Thu 11/1Tue 11/6
MDE - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$439
Typical prices: $392-$548
Wingo
Thu 1/11Tue 1/16
MDE - CUN • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Avianca. Average duration is 3h 24m
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Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $180 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Medellín to Cancún (MDE-CUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Medellín to Cancún

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6
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10:37 pm - 5:45 amMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
7h 08m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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12:35 pm - 3:55 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
3h 20mnonstop
$401Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 23
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8:05 am - 5:45 amMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
21h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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7:01 am - 2:15 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
7h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$411Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19
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12:40 am - 9:45 amMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
9h 05m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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3:10 pm - 11:05 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
7h 55m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$425Aeromexico
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
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4:30 pm - 10:01 pmMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
5h 31m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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7:01 am - 2:15 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
7h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$427Copa Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8
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4:30 pm - 10:01 pmMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
5h 31m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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7:01 am - 2:15 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
7h 14m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$427Copa Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 20
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12:40 am - 5:38 pmMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
16h 58m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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2:17 pm - 11:05 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
8h 48m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$431Aeromexico
Mon, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:20 am - 9:42 amMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 22mnonstop
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11:20 am - 2:28 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
3h 08mnonstop
$439Wingo
Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:10 am - 11:35 amMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 25mnonstop
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12:35 pm - 3:45 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
3h 10mnonstop
$442Avianca
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10
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8:10 am - 11:35 amMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 25mnonstop
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12:35 pm - 3:45 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
3h 10mnonstop
$442Avianca
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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9:05 am - 12:27 pmMDE  Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 22mnonstop
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11:20 am - 2:28 pmCUN  Cancun-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
3h 08mnonstop
$457Wingo
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Price, demand and travel trends for Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

  • September and November are the cheapest months to fly from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún at $397 round-trip.
  • January ($465) and December ($449) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 17% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$224
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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Your Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which flight options do I have on the route from Medellín to Cancun?

    When flying on this route, passengers can fly directly or by connecting flights. Passengers who want to get to Cancun early can consider boarding Avianca or Wingo Airlines since they offer direct flights. Those on a budget can board Copa Airlines, LAN Airlines, or Interjet. These airlines have layover stops in Bogota, Panama City, or Mexico City.

  • Which airline has the most generous carry-on and checked baggage allowance for economy class?

    Copa Airlines has the most generous carry-on and checked baggage allowance for passengers flying economy class to Cancun. You will be allowed one carry-on bag of at most 22 lbs and a small backpack, purse, or laptop bag. The checked baggage allowance is one piece of luggage at most 50 lbs for passengers flying economy class on this airline. Passengers with frequent flyer status can carry more baggage or have higher weight limits.

  • Which airline should I consider flying with from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport?

    When flying from Jose Maria Cordova to Cancun, you can consider boarding Avianca. One advantage of flying with this airline is access to the Avianca Sala VIP lounge. The lounge offers flight information monitors, beverages, newspapers and magazines, and business services such as fax, conference facilities, and internet access. It is on the Airside at the National Terminal.

  • What is the quickest way to get downtown from Cancun International Airport?

    Cancun International Airport is about 8 miles from downtown. The quickest way to get to the city center from the airport is by boarding a taxi. You can find prepaid taxis at the ground transportation level. On arrival, visit the Prepaid Taxi booth to pay for your taxi at the Arrivals Hall. You will then get a ticket to offer to your driver. Taxis are available at the Arrivals in Terminals 2 and 3.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights:

    • Avianca: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Only Avianca operates flights between Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport and Cancún.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún usually depart from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights?

    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
    • Wingo: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $180 round-trip via Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU), compared to $455 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $48–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU) - 0% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $411 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $478, a difference of $67. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    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 Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 53 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cancún?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cancún are Puerto Cancun, Nichupte Lagoon and Playa Delfines. These are among the most viewed places in Cancún on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    A nonstop flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún takes 3h 24m, covering 1,281 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:10 am and lands at 11:34 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 11:39 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 24m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $427. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $401 to $2,292. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $280, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 39m, compared with 7h 33m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 8h 38m via Miami (MIA).

  • What car rental options are available at Cancun Airport (CUN)?

    Cancun Airport (CUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · MEXRENTACAR
    · Hertz
    · America Car Rental
    · Budget
    · Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flight?

    Round-trip flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún range from $381 to $501, with an average of $427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $411 - about $67 less than Sunday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún trip for September. Fares historically average $397 round-trip in that month - typically $68 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Wingo is the strongest pick on this route. 100% of Wingo flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to Cancún arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 83%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 53 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl Airport (NLU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $180 round-trip on this route - about $275 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cancun Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport
    - Hilton Garden Inn Cancun Airport
    - City Express by Marriott Cancun Aeropuerto
  • When flying from Medellin to Cancun, passengers fly from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). It is the largest airport serving Medellin and is 20 miles from the city center, thus making it more convenient. Passengers can board the airport bus from San Diego Mall to airport gates 2A and 2B.
  • Passengers flying into Cancun will land at Cancun International Airport (CUN). This airport is the second busiest airport that serves Mexico and the main international airport that serves Riviera Maya and Cancun. If you look forward to visiting Mundo Maya, the airport is also a gateway to the city.
  • Those arriving at Cancun International Airport late at night can consider staying at a hotel nearby. These hotels include Fairfield Inn & Suites Cancun Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Cancun Airport, and Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport. The hotels offer complimentary shuttle services to and from the airport.
  • If you have an early morning flight from Medellin to Cancun, consider staying at a nearby hotel. Movich Hotel Las Lomas is a suitable hotel that offers complimentary shuttle services to and from the airport. Other hotels include Hostal El Hangar and Hotel Lagoon.
  • Avianca Airlines offers environment-friendly services, making it the most sustainable airline flying on this route. The airline reduces and offsets its carbon print and ensures the prevention of carbon dioxide by implementing fuel-efficient software.

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Direct departures

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl to Cancun

Monday

Avianca

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Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

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Cancun to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Monday

Avianca

Avianca

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca

Avianca

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca

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