Direct (nonstop) flights from Medellin to Cali

3 airlines fly nonstop from Jose Maria Cordova (MDE) to Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International (CLO). It's 192 miles (309 km), about 1h 6m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

MDE
Jose Maria Cordova
🇨🇴 Medellin, Colombia
CLO
Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International
🇨🇴 Cali, Colombia
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
192 mi
309 km
CO₂/pax
36 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
AVIANCA +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA JetSMART JetSMART LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
MDE → CLO
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
192 mi
JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
MDE → CLO
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
192 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
MDE → CLO
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
192 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Medellin to Cali with one stop · direct emits 36 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDE BOG (Bogota) CLO
Leg 1: 1h (134 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (173 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 82 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → BOG
1h · 134 mi
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Leg 2
BOG → CLO
1h 5m · 173 mi
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MDE PSO (Pasto) CLO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (347 mi) Leg 2: 1h (155 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+228% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → PSO
1h 20m · 347 mi
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Leg 2
PSO → CLO
1h · 155 mi
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MDE CTG (Cartagena) CLO
Leg 1: 1h 12m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (478 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+364% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → CTG
1h 12m · 293 mi
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Leg 2
CTG → CLO
1h 35m · 478 mi
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MDE BLB (Balboa) CLO
Leg 1: 1h 18m (342 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (430 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+367% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → BLB
1h 18m · 342 mi
View MDE to BLB flights →
Leg 2
BLB → CLO
1h 30m · 430 mi
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MDE BAQ (Barranquilla) CLO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (327 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (516 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+403% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → BAQ
1h 15m · 327 mi
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Leg 2
BAQ → CLO
1h 40m · 516 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Medellin to Cali?

A nonstop flight from Medellin (MDE) to Cali (CLO) takes approximately 1 hours and 6 minutes. The distance is 192 miles (309 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Medellin to Cali?

3 airlines: AVIANCA, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Medellin to Cali?

Yes. 3 airlines: AVIANCA, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Medellin from Cali?

The flight distance from Medellin to Cali is 192 miles (309 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Medellin to Cali?

At 1h 6m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Medellin to Cali?

Roughly 36 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 180 km.

Is the return flight from Cali to Medellin also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Medellin to Cali?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Jose Maria Cordova for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.