Medellín to Madrid (MDE–MAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDE–MAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Europa and avianca lead the route. The flight covers 4,991 miles in approximately 9h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UX Air Europa Also: EY | 7 | 788 | 9h30 | – | SkyTeam | EY |
| AV avianca Also: EY | 4 | 788 | 9h45 | – | Star Alliance | EY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Madrid from Medellín
| Metric | MDE→MAD | BOG→MAD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDE | – | 134 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 155 |
| Flight time | 9h 30m | 7h 25m |
Travel Essentials
MDE: -05 · MAD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Medellín, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Madrid.
Colombian passport holders enter Spain and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches (expected late 2026). Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone. The 90-day limit applies across all Schengen countries combined.
Metro Line 8 from T1/T2/T3 to Nuevos Ministerios takes 12–15 minutes (€6 with airport supplement). T4 travelers take the free inter-terminal shuttle to T2 first. Cercanías C-1 from T4 to Atocha (€2.60, 25 min) is cheaper. Taxis to the city centre have a €30 fixed tariff.
Rental car agencies are at T4. Express Aeropuerto buses run 24 hours to Avenida de América (€5, 25–40 min). Ride-hail apps (Cabify, Uber) typically cost €25–40 depending on destination.
Hot semi-arid climate at 600m altitude. Summers are hot and dry (30–38°C) with almost no rain and very low humidity. Heat rarely disrupts flights but ground crews work in extreme heat. Winters are cold for a southern European capital (1–9°C) with occasional snow. MAD handles light snow well but heavy falls can close runways.
Spring and autumn are pleasant (12–20°C) and offer the most stable weather. Dust storms from the Sahara occasionally reduce visibility in spring. No fog risk comparable to northern European airports.
MDE–MAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDE to MAD
Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) are connected by nonstop service from avianca and Air Europa. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MDE to MAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDE to MAD ranges from 9 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,991 miles (8,031 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via FLL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bogota (BOG).