How to get from MDE to Medellin
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Airport bus (Combuses to San Diego) | COP 15,000 (~USD 4) | 45-60 min |
| Metroplus / feeder bus | COP 3,000-5,000 | 75-90 min |
| Uber / Cabify | COP 60,000-95,000 (USD 15-24) | 35-55 min |
| Airport taxi (fixed rate) | COP 75,000-105,000 (USD 20-27) | 35-55 min |
MDE (José María Córdova) is 35km SE of centre in Rionegro — the airport bus (Combuses to San Diego) is the cheapest tourist option at COP 15,000. Uber is standard at COP 60-95k. Medellín city itself has excellent Metro + Metrocable — cheapest large-Latin-American metro network. For 12+ hour layovers: Comuna 13 tour + El Poblado dinner. Note: EOH is Medellín's smaller city airport (closer, but domestic only) — MDE is the international.
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Getting out of Medellin (MDE)
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from José María Córdova International Airport to Medellin cost?
COP 60,000-95,000 (USD 15-24) — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from MDE to Medellin?
Airport bus (Combuses to San Diego) at COP 15,000 (~USD 4) — 45-60 min to central Medellin.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Colombia?
Same as Bogotá — visa-free for 100+ nationalities up to 90 days. Check current Colombian government requirements before travel.