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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sao Paulo to Medellin flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sao Paulo to Medellin? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sao Paulo to Medellin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP20,832
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time6 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineAvianca
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Medellin: Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera and Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin is P20,815. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo to Medellin.
Avianca flies direct from Sao Paulo to Medellin.
As of February 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo to Medellin.
The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Medellin is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Sao Paulo, the cheapest airport near Medellin is Medellin Jose Maria Cordova – which is 18.9 km away from the centre of Medellin. We've found flights into this airport from P20,815.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Medellin on Friday, 7 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Medellin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Medellin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. May is typically the warmest month in Medellin, when it usually averages around 21°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Medellin is Copa. And the cheapest airline that flies to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport is Avianca.

Flying from Sao Paulo to Medellin: what you need to know

  • Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin flying out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).

  • Hop off the plane at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the major arrival point in Medellin.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • You won't need a visa for Colombia if you have a passport from Brazil and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before reserving your cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

Flying from Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • GRU is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 22 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Break up your flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and Medellin are:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours and 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 97 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.

  • Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin? Kick back in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:

Arriving in Medellin

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

  • The centre of Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 16 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 31 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin:

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin

  • P10,743 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Medellin. A return flight starts at P20,832. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Medellin, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Sao Paulo to Medellin across the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Medellin. You don't need to look every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Best time to go to Medellin

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin. August is the most popular month for a trip to Medellin. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Medellin is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Medellin sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Medellin

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin:

  • Parque Arvi and Comuna 13 are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Medellin to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Botero Plaza.

Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Medellin to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Medellin, from the most popular car rental to the best time to book.

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