If you arrive at José María Córdova International Airport (IATA code: MDE), located in the neighboring municipality of Rionegro (30 minutes from Medellín) we recommend the following forms of transport to the city, available 24/7:

• Shared Taxi: When you leave the terminal, in the basement of the airport, ask for the shared taxi service. You must wait for all the seats to be occupied (4 passengers) but it usually happens in a maximum of 5 minutes. It has an approximate cost of USD 6,5 ($30,000 COP). The taxi drops passengers off in a central area of the city, from where it is recommended to take a traditional taxi for the final destination of accommodation. In any case, there is a metro station 2 blocks away, but it doesn’t really justify walking around with suitcases, considering that taxis in Medellín are relatively cheap. Important: ask the driver if he is going to Hotel Nutibara or to San Diego. It is recommended to take only the one that goes to San Diego. It is faster and from there you can access the traditional accommodation areas more easily.
• Private Taxi: It is the most expensive option (USD 25 – $120,000 COP), but of course the most comfortable. It takes you directly to your final accommodation destination.
• Bus: It is the cheapest alternative (USD 4 – $18,000 COP), but also the slowest, although the difference in time with the shared taxi service is no more than 10-15 minutes. Again, there are two routes, one that goes to the Nutibara Hotel or the other that drops you off in San Diego. The recommendation is the same, choose San Diego.
• Ride Apps: Are not allowed to leave the airport, although you can use them on your way back.