Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Medellín, Colombia
Here is what to know before booking a flight to Medellín from Quebec City and Montreal.
From Montreal, fares to Medellín usually run between $670 and $960. The best fare spotted recently is $698 (about 4% below the typical price).
Medellín is Colombia's second city, nestled in the lush Aburrá Valley of the Andes and known as the 'City of Eternal Spring' for its year-round mild climate. Once notorious, it has reinvented itself into a vibrant hub of innovation, art, and warm paisa hospitality. Glide above the hillsides on a cable car and you will feel a city that has truly transformed, ready to welcome you!
When to go
The spring-like weather is pleasant all year, with December to March and July to August the driest months. Brief afternoon showers can occur in the wetter periods but rarely disrupt travel.
Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal
From most Canadian cities, reaching Medellin (MDE) means at least one connection, typically through Toronto or a US hub such as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or Atlanta. Routing via the States adds a US customs stop, while a Canadian connection keeps you on a single set of formalities.
What to see and do
- Riding the Metrocable over Comuna 13's transformed hillsides
- Exploring the vibrant street art tours of Comuna 13
- Seeing Botero's plump sculptures in Plaza Botero
- Taking a day trip to the rock and town of Guatapé
Good to know before you go
The currency is the Colombian peso and Spanish is the language, with less English than in tourist hotspots. The metro is clean, cheap, and safe, and links to the Metrocable cable cars, so you can skip a rental car, with ride apps like Uber and DiDi handy to fill the gaps. Keep valuables discreet and stick to well-known neighbourhoods at night.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.