New York to Medellín (JFK–MDE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–MDE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. avianca leads the route. The flight covers 2,384 miles in approximately 5h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV avianca | 7 | 320 | 5h35 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Medellín from New York
| Metric | JFK→MDE | EWR→MDE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 2 |
| Flight time | 5h 35m | 5h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 76% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · MDE: -05
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Medellín.
US passport holders enter Colombia visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Immigration may stamp a shorter period, so check the date written on the entry stamp. Extensions up to an additional 90 days can be requested at a Migracion Colombia office.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–MDE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to MDE
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) are connected by nonstop service from avianca. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JFK to MDE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to MDE ranges from 5 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,384 miles (3,837 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CUR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).