Medellín to New York (MDE–JFK) — 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.
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.
MDE–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. avianca leads the route. The flight covers 2,384 miles in approximately 5h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV avianca | 14 | 320 | 5h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Medellín
| Metric | MDE→JFK | PEI→JFK | BOG→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDE | – | 96 mi | 134 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 4 | 43 |
| Flight time | 5h 40m | 5h 45m | 5h 25m |
Travel Essentials
MDE: -05 · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Medellín, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
Colombian passport holders require a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa must be obtained in advance through a US embassy or consulate, with an in-person interview required. The application fee is US $185. Most Colombian travelers receive a 10-year multiple-entry visa, with each stay limited to a maximum of 180 days as determined by the immigration officer at the port of entry.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
MDE–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDE to JFK
Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from avianca. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MDE to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDE to JFK is about 5 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,384 miles (3,837 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Tocumen and Rafael Nuñez. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pereira (PEI) and Bogota (BOG).