Direct (nonstop) flights from Medellin to Cancun

2 airlines fly nonstop from Jose Maria Cordova (MDE) to Cancun International Airport (CUN). It's 1,278 miles (2,056 km), about 3h 21m in the air. Operated by AVIANCA, Wingo.

MDE
Jose Maria Cordova
🇨🇴 Medellin, Colombia
CUN
Cancun International Airport
🇲🇽 Cancun, Mexico
Flight Time
3h 21m
Distance
1,278 mi
2,056 km
CO₂/pax
216 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
AVIANCA +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA Wingo Wingo

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
MDE → CUN
Flight Time
3h 21m
Distance
1,278 mi
Wingo P5 Wingo
Route
MDE → CUN
Flight Time
3h 21m
Distance
1,278 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Medellin to Cancun with one stop · direct emits 216 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDE PTY (Panama City) CUN
Leg 1: 1h 27m (336 mi) Leg 2: 2h 51m (963 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → PTY
1h 27m · 336 mi
View MDE to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → CUN
2h 51m · 963 mi
View PTY to CUN flights →
MDE SJO (San Jose) CUN
Leg 1: 2h 1m (656 mi) Leg 2: 2h 19m (779 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → SJO
2h 1m · 656 mi
View MDE to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → CUN
2h 19m · 779 mi
View SJO to CUN flights →
MDE SAL (San Salvador) CUN
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,054 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (542 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → SAL
2h 50m · 1,054 mi
View MDE to SAL flights →
Leg 2
SAL → CUN
1h 45m · 542 mi
View SAL to CUN flights →
MDE BOG (Bogota) CUN
Leg 1: 1h (134 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,412 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → BOG
1h · 134 mi
View MDE to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → CUN
3h 45m · 1,412 mi
View BOG to CUN flights →
MDE FLL (Fort Lauderdale) CUN
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,403 mi) Leg 2: 1h 56m (549 mi) Total: ~5h 31m 🍃 364 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → FLL
3h 35m · 1,403 mi
View MDE to FLL flights →
Leg 2
FLL → CUN
1h 56m · 549 mi
View FLL to CUN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Medellin to Cancun?

A nonstop flight from Medellin (MDE) to Cancun (CUN) takes approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. The distance is 1,278 miles (2,056 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Medellin to Cancun?

2 airlines: AVIANCA, Wingo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Medellin to Cancun?

Yes. 2 airlines: AVIANCA, Wingo.

How far is Medellin from Cancun?

The flight distance from Medellin to Cancun is 1,278 miles (2,056 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Medellin to Cancun?

At 3h 21m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Colombia to Mexico?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Mexico embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 216 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,080 km.

Is the return flight from Cancun 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 Cancun?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

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

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.