Shortest Flight
Qatar Airways
10 Sep, Thu
Riyadh – Medellin
2d 18h 10m
2 stop
RUH–MDE
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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Medellin
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price 3,437 AED
- Direct flight duration 22 hour 35 min
- Arrival airports MDE / EOH
- Best days to book Thursday
- Average over the last 30 days 3,437 AED
Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Medellin
Last update: 02 September 2026 16:17
Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Medellin Flights
Cheapest Day4 October Sunday
Best Price
2,682 AED
Average Price
3,105 AED
4,549 AED
2,682 AED
Key Features of the Airlines
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Premium Abu Dhabi Carrier
- Generous Baggage
- Award-Winning Service
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Budget Abu Dhabi Flights
- Modern A320 Fleet
- Digital-First Experience
- oneworld Member
- Jordan Flag Carrier
- Full Service
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Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center
King Khalid Intl. Airport
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.
Taxi
Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.
Bus Services
Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.
Metro
Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.
Hotel Shuttles
Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.
Rental Car
For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.
Transportation to Medellin City Center from Airport
Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport
Shared and private taxis, airport buses, car rental & transfer services are among the transportation alternatives that you can use for travelling to Medellin city center from José María Córdova Airport. Whichever alternative you choose, you can reach Medellin city center in about 35-40 minutes.
Bus
The most popular and affordable means of transportation offering service within the body of José María Córdova Airport are undoubtedly airport buses. You need to pay 12,000 Colombian Peso by 2016 in order to get on these buses providing transportation between the airport and Medellin city center. The sizes of the airport buses departing every 15 minutes from José María Córdova Airport are small but they are the most budget-friendly options. However, if you land at the airport at a late hour, you need to use a taxi for your transportation.
If you turn right after going out of the airport and walk a few minutes, you will see the stops that the airport buses depart from. You can get to Medellin city center by getting on the white bus. You can also get off the bus at San Diego Shopping Center and Hotel Nutibara stops which are among the central points.
Taxi
The easiest way to reach Medellin city center from José María Córdova Airport is using the taxis that you will see when you go out of the terminal building. Since the distance is not too long, you can travel to the city center in a comfortable and budget-friendly way by getting on a taxi. You can reach Medellin city center from the airport by paying about 65,000 Colombian Peso. It can cost more if you will travel to other regions like Envigado or Sabaneta. The shared taxis called “colectivo” are more affordable than the normal taxis. You can get to Medellin city center by paying 15,000 Peso instead of 65,000 by getting on one of these taxis accepting 3 or 4 passengers.
Car Rental
You can also rent a car for travelling to the city center from the airport. At José María Córdova Airport, there are both domestic and foreign car rental companies. Avis is among the international companies that you can choose. After selecting a car suitable for your budget, you can make a pre-reservation and receive your car from the airport. It takes about 25-30 minutes to reach the city center from the airport by car.
Medellin Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Tuesday
8 Sep
28°16°
Today
Wednesday
9 Sep
30°16°
Thursday
10 Sep
30°16°
Friday
11 Sep
29°18°
Saturday
12 Sep
30°17°
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Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Medellin flights?
Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Medellin flights?
For Riyadh-Medellin flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport, Olaya Herrera Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Medellin and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Medellin and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Riyadh-Medellin is 12890 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 16 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Medellin flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Medellin flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Medellin flights is Saturday.
Riyadh-Medellin: which airline is better value on this route?
Riyadh-Medellin: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Qatar Airways starts from approximately 2,668 AED.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Qatar Airways | 2,668 AED | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Air Europa | 4,549 AED | 1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Etihad Airways | 3,100 AED | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 05.09.2026
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