Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo to Medellin — $139

The route Sao Paulo — Medellin is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including Asian Air, Copa Airlines, LATAM Brasil, LATAM Chile, and Avianca. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $139) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

São Paulo is served by two main airports with distinct roles. São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governador André Franco Montoro (GRU) is the primary international hub, typically handling most long-haul and full-service carriers as well as some regional airlines; it is generally perceived as mid-to-upper range on price for transfers and services. GRU lies about 25–30 km northeast of downtown São Paulo, with airport buses, app taxis and ride-shares taking roughly 40–60 minutes depending on traffic (fares vary by operator), and an airport rail link offering faster connections in some services. Pros: broad airline choice and comprehensive facilities; cons: can be busy and transfers may be lengthy. Congonhas–Sao Paulo (CGH) functions primarily as a domestic/business airport favored by legacy carriers and short-haul flights, typically seen as more budget-friendly for quick regional hops. It sits much closer to the city center (around 8–10 km), with taxis and ride-shares usually taking 20–35 minutes, and local buses or shuttle options commonly available for lower fares. Pros: convenient for downtown access and short check-in times; cons: limited international services and stricter noise-driven operating hours.

José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) serves as Medellín’s main international gateway and typically functions as the city’s full-service hub for long-haul and regional flights. Major carriers and several international airlines usually operate here, so fares can be mid-to-high compared with smaller local fields. The airport is located roughly 35–45 minutes from Medellín’s city center by car (about 35–50 km depending on traffic); transfers are commonly by taxi or shared shuttle (roughly COP 70,000–120,000 typical taxi fares) or private transfer services. Pros: more flight options and international connections; cons: longer transfer time and occasionally heavy traffic to town. It can be a good choice if you prioritize nonstop international service. Olímpico/Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is the city’s closer, mostly domestic airport that tends to serve regional and low-cost carriers as well as some shorter connections. Sitting within a few minutes of the city center—around 10–20 minutes by taxi—this airport is usually perceived as more budget-friendly for short-haul trips and commuter routes. Ground options typically include taxis and local buses with minimal fares; rides into central neighborhoods can be quick but may be constrained by limited facilities. Pros: proximity to downtown and faster transfers; cons: fewer international flights and more basic passenger services. It’s often the practical choice for quick domestic hops or business travel with tight schedules.

In different months, ticket prices from Sao Paulo to Medellin vary: minimum — $139 (August 2026), maximum — $251 (December 2026). Typically, the flight costs $201–$452.