Medellín to Eloy Alfaro flights
Eloy Alfaro lies 1,049 km (652 mi) south-west of Medellín, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Medellín | Eloy Alfaro | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Population | 2 million | 315,724 |
| Elevation | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | MDE, 19 km out | GYE, 5 km out |
| Postal codes | 050001–050048 | 130711 |
What changes when you arrive in Eloy Alfaro
Crossing from Colombia into Ecuador: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +593; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Airports at each end
Leaving Medellín
Medellín is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,286-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH, 4 km).
Arriving in Eloy Alfaro
Eloy Alfaro is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,154 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport | GYE | 5 km (3 mi) | 9,154 ft | 19 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Eloy Alfaro from Medellín?
1,049 km (652 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Medellín.
How long does it take to get from Medellín to Eloy Alfaro by air?
About 2 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Medellín and Eloy Alfaro?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Medellín to Eloy Alfaro flights?
Typically Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (MDE) to José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE).
What currency do I need in Eloy Alfaro?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.