Direct (nonstop) flights from Medellin to Guayaquil

1 airline flys nonstop from Jose Maria Cordova (MDE) to Simon Bolivar International (GYE). It's 649 miles (1,044 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by AVIANCA.

MDE
Jose Maria Cordova
🇨🇴 Medellin, Colombia
GYE
Simon Bolivar International
🇪🇨 Guayaquil, Ecuador
Flight Time
2h
Distance
649 mi
1,044 km
CO₂/pax
120 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AVIANCA
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AVIANCA AVIANCA

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AVIANCA AV AVIANCA
Route
MDE → GYE
Flight Time
2h
Distance
649 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Medellin to Guayaquil with one stop · direct emits 120 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDE UIO (Quito) GYE
Leg 1: 1h 45m (477 mi) Leg 2: 53m (174 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → UIO
1h 45m · 477 mi
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Leg 2
UIO → GYE
53m · 174 mi
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MDE BOG (Bogota) GYE
Leg 1: 1h (134 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (615 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → BOG
1h · 134 mi
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Leg 2
BOG → GYE
1h 55m · 615 mi
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MDE PTY (Panama City) GYE
Leg 1: 1h 27m (336 mi) Leg 2: 2h 14m (771 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → PTY
1h 27m · 336 mi
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Leg 2
PTY → GYE
2h 14m · 771 mi
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MDE SJO (San Jose) GYE
Leg 1: 2h 1m (656 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (885 mi) Total: ~4h 29m 🍃 310 kg CO₂ (+158% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → SJO
2h 1m · 656 mi
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Leg 2
SJO → GYE
2h 28m · 885 mi
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MDE LIM (Lima) GYE
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,255 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (705 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 367 kg CO₂ (+206% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → LIM
3h 10m · 1,255 mi
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Leg 2
LIM → GYE
2h 10m · 705 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Medellin to Guayaquil?

A nonstop flight from Medellin (MDE) to Guayaquil (GYE) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 649 miles (1,044 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Medellin to Guayaquil?

Just AVIANCA.

Is there a nonstop flight from Medellin to Guayaquil?

Yes. 1 airline: AVIANCA.

How far is Medellin from Guayaquil?

The flight distance from Medellin to Guayaquil is 649 miles (1,044 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Medellin to Guayaquil?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 120 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 600 km.

Is the return flight from Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil?

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?

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