Los Angeles to Medellín (LAX–MDE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: May 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAX–MDE had nonstop service from Alrosa, last on the schedule in May 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 3,347 miles in 6h 9m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6R Alrosa | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Medellín from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→MDE | SAN→MDE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – |
| Flight time | 6h 9m | 6h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 69% | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · MDE: -05
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 8:00 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.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–MDE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to MDE
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) had nonstop service from Alrosa, last on the schedule in May 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
LAX to MDE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to MDE is about 6 hours 9 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,347 miles (5,387 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tocumen, El Dorado and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN).