Medellín to Los Angeles (MDE–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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M7 m
33X
4:10 PM
-05
1:35 AM+1
PDT
12h 25m
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Medellín to Los Angeles
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 3,347 mi 12h 25m nonstop -2h behind 15 1-stop hubs

MDE–LAX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. mas leads the route. The flight covers 3,347 miles in approximately 12h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MDE–LAX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
M7 mas 1 33X 12h25
Aircraft on this route
33X Airbus A330-200 Freighter – M7
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: M7 (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MDE to LAX direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
1
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDE to LAX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~45h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
867
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MDE → LAX
89%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
89%
Return
LAX → MDE
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →

Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Medellín

Nearby airports with service to Los Angeles International Airport.
Metric MDE→LAX BOG→LAX
Distance from MDE 134 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 12h 25m 12h 10m
Airports within 200 miles of MDE with service to Los Angeles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Medellín.
MDE: -05 · LAX: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Medellín, it's 4:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Distance & Flight Time
3,347 mi / 5,387 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 12h 25m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting from LAX

LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.

Los Angeles Climate

Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.

Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.

MDE–LAX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Medellín to Los Angeles route.
Route details
Distance3,347 mi / 5,387 km
Flight time12h 25m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: MDE
IATA / ICAOMDE / SKRG
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Passengers/yr12.0M
Elevation6,955 ft / 2,120 m
Destination: LAX
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDE to LAX flights.
Nonstop flights from Jose Maria Córdova International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport take approximately 12h 25m. The route covers 3,347 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: mas.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDE to LAX.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SJU, EWR, SAL, CUN, IAH, SJO, PTY, MIA, MEX, JFK, FLL, MCO, BOG, LIM and MAD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Medellín.
Nearby alternatives include BOG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MDE to LAX

Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from mas. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MDE to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDE to LAX ranges from 12 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,347 miles (5,387 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via SJU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bogota (BOG).