Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Medellin Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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If you head upstairs in the center of the terminal, there’s a couple tables with chairs you can sit at. – drvannostren
MDE Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Medellin José María Córdova Airport.
What to Expect
The city’s primary international airport, Medellin Airport (code: MDE), has a modest, renovated terminal divided into National and International Concourses. Travellers report clean, modern facilities and good customer service. Amenities include several eateries, a 24-hour deli, a few shops, and free WiFi. Lounges are available for added comfort while you wait.
Sleeping in Medellin Airport
We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews, but it seems comfortable seating is plentiful, at least on the airside. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.
Read some traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Medellin Airport Guide.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Medellin Airport:
- Hotel Lagoon – Mid-range hotel. Approx. 5 minutes travel time. No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Movich Hotel Las Lomas – Upscale hotel. Approx. 2 minutes travel time. Free airport shuttle (every 30 minutes). » Check Rates
- Hostal El Hangar – Budget hotel. Approx. 5 minutes by car. No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Medellin, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program.
- Avianca Sala VIP – Location: National Terminal, Airside. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs.
- The Lounge Medellin by Global Lounge Network – Location: National Terminal, Airside, 2nd Floor. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
- The Lounge Medellin – Location: International Terminal, Airside, 2nd Floor, between Gate 10 & 11. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
A 24-hour deli is available. Other food concessions operate on limited hours. Several coffee shops are located throughout the terminal, including a Juan Valdez Cafe.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
A reader reports that dedicated charging stations are not available. Standard power outlets may be found along walls or in some areas, including bathrooms. (April 2019)
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “AeropuertoRionegro-JMC” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply; check with your bank before travelling.
Baggage Trolleys – Available.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange offices are located in the Main Hall and International Arrivals area.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and a variety of retail shops are available.
Garden – Garden areas are available on the 1st and 2nd floors.
Information Desk – Information point located in the Main Hall.
Medical Services – First aid services are available. Location: unknown.
Pharmacy – Pasteur Farmacia is available in the Main Hall.
SIM Cards – A reader tells us SIM Cards can be purchased on the 2nd level, upstairs, after arrival in the public zone.
Travel Agencies – Several travel agencies operate in the Main Hall, including Aviatur, BCD Travel, Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Swiss Andina, Travel Center Over, and Viajes Veracruz.
Buses
Combuses SA offers transportation between Medellin and MDE Airport. The one-way fare is $9,500 (as of February 2018).
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies have offices on-site: Avis • Drive & Go Rent a Car • Localiza • Mina Servicios • Vaya Car Rental.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Taxis are available on-site. Authorized companies include Cordova Rionegro Fleet, Combuses, Rionegro Medellin Rapid Transit, La Ceja United Transportation, Aerotaxi, Chachafruto, TUR and Copetaxi Transports. The rate to Medellin is $70,000.
Last updated: 2026-03-17
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.