Flight Routes from Los Angeles to Medellin

Compare cheap outbound and return flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Medellin (MDE) and find the best offer from numerous airlines and travel agencies.

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Flight distance
5,393 km
Time difference

Flight schedule from Los Angeles (LAX) to Medellin (MDE)

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  1. September 6 – 12, 2026
  2. September 13 – 19, 2026
  3. September 20 – 26, 2026
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    1. LAXMDE
      1 stopover
      1. Copa Airlines
    2. LAXMDE
      1 stopover
      1. Copa Airlines
    3. LAXMDE
      1 stopover
      1. Copa Airlines

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Medellin

      Favorite airline: Copa
      90 % of flights booked on the route from Los Angeles to Medellin are booked with Copa, Spirit Airlines and Avianca.
      Copa
      45 %
      Spirit Airlines
      27 %
      Avianca
      18 %
      Favourite connection: via Panama City
      Flights with a stopover in Panama City are the most popular connection for this route.
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      bookings
      1 stopover Panama City-Tocumen International
      08h 25min, from 376 $
      45 %
      1 stopover Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, FL
      14h 13min, from 434 $
      27 %
      2 stopovers San Salvador Bogota
      16h 40min, from 457 $
      18 %

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Medellin?
      The route from Los Angeles to Medellin is served by connecting flights with one stop. These typically take around 16 hours 30 minutes, depending on the layover time and the connection chosen. If travel time matters to you, look especially for connections with a short layover.
      Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Medellin?
      No, there are currently no nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Medellin. However, you can reach Medellin with a one-stop connecting flight. Allow extra travel time for the connection and pay close attention to the length of the layover.
      Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Medellin?
      Flights from Los Angeles to Medellin are available with one stop, operated by, among others, Copa (via Panama City) and Avianca (via San Salvador). When comparing options, look beyond the fare and consider the total travel time and the length of the layover.

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      Departure airport Airport Los Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)
      Arrival airport Airport Medellin (MDE)
      Destination country Flights to Colombia
      Departure airport - Destination country Los Angeles International Airport, CA - Colombia
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