Medellín to Los Angeles (MDE–LAX) — 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–LAX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Tropical Airways leads the route. The flight covers 3,347 miles in approximately 11h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M7 Tropical Airways | 1 | 33X | 11h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Medellín
| Metric | MDE→LAX | BOG→LAX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDE | – | 134 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 11h 25m | 11h 10m |
Travel Essentials
MDE: -05 · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Medellín, it's 4:00 PM in Los Angeles.
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.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDE to LAX
Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Tropical Airways. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MDE to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDE to LAX is about 11 hours 25 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 Cancún, George Bush Intercontinental and Mexico City Benito Juárez. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bogota (BOG).