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Santiago (SCL) to Medellín (MDE) Flights

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Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International AirportJose Maria Córdova International Airport
Distance
2,738 miles
Flight time
5h 20m
Time difference
MDE is 2h behind
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Flights from Santiago to Medellín

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Flight route map

Santiago (SCL) to Medellín (MDE) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Santiago (SCL), Santiago Metropolitan Region, to Medellín (MDE), Antioquía Department, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 2,738 miles.

Departure
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport · Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile · 33° 23' 35" S 70° 47' 09" W
Flight route
2,738 miles · 5h 20m
Direction
352.79° (N)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude -13.62489, longitude -73.30649, approximately 1,375.01 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
2,750 miles
Driving route
3,110 miles · 62 hr 34 min
Time difference
MDE is 2h behind
Destination
Jose Maria Córdova International Airport · Antioquía Department, Colombia · 6° 09' 52" N 75° 25' 23" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
2,738 miles
Average flight time
5h 20m
Time difference
MDE is 2h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Santiago to Medellín is 352.79°, and the compass direction is N.

Airport information

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
33° 23' 35" S, 70° 47' 09" W
Elevation: 1,555 ft (474 m)
Time zone: CLST UTC−3
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What's the weather like in Santiago and Medellín?

Temperature unit:

SCL · Santiago

77°FSunnyFeels like 79°F
Humidity
50%
Wind
7 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

MDE · Medellín

77°FThunderstormFeels like 83°F
Humidity
80%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0.7 mm
Wed, Oct 2881°F | 63°FThunderstorm
Thu, Oct 2980°F | 63°FThunderstorm
Fri, Oct 3078°F | 63°FThunderstorm
Sat, Oct 3175°F | 64°FThunderstorm
Sun, Nov 175°F | 64°FModerate rain showers

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Santiago to Medellín

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Chile to Colombia (CL-CO). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.