Travelling from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport (NVA): What you need to know
Medellin and Neiva (where Neiva Benito Salas Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from Medellin to NVA, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like January or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
MDE is about 32 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
EOH is around 5 kilometres from central Medellin. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Medellin to NVA flight? Relax in a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Neiva Benito Salas Airport (NVA)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near NVA and hit the pillow fast:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport flight.
Getting from Neiva Benito Salas Airport (NVA) to central Neiva
Neiva Benito Salas Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Neiva. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport (NVA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport is $108. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $217. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Medellin to NVA if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport (NVA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport (NVA). February is the most popular month to visit Neiva. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.
Lock in a Medellin to NVA plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Neiva to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport in December when temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Neiva
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Neiva Benito Salas Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Neiva:
Your Neiva visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Malecon del Rio Magdalena, Bioparque La Fortaleza and Jardín Botánico de Neiva 'Bertha Hernández de Ospina' Park.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen Neiva. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Colombia, head for Cali, roughly 145 kilometres west of Neiva. Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar are key highlights.
