What's open at MDE Airport after midnight?

A 24-hour deli/convenience store, free Airplan WiFi, VIP lounges (with access pass), restrooms, and seating areas. Most restaurants and shops close by 10 PM.

Can I get a taxi at MDE at 2 AM?

Yes — airport taxis operate 24/7. The taxi stand at arrivals always has cars available, even at 2 AM. Fixed price COP $118,000 to El Poblado.

Does the Combuses bus run all night?

No. Combuses stops running around midnight and resumes at approximately 5 AM. There is no bus service between midnight and 5 AM.

Are there hotels near MDE Airport?

Yes. Movich Hotel Rionegro ($90-150 USD, 5 min drive), Hollywood Paradise Hotel ($45-70 USD, 10 min), and budget hostals in Rionegro ($30-45 USD). None are walkable from the terminal.

Last updated: March 2026 · 7 min read

Medellín Airport Late Night & Early Morning Transfers — What Actually Works (2026)

Q: Is MDE Airport open 24 hours?

Yes, the terminal stays open 24/7. You can wait inside even if your transport isn't available immediately. There's a 24-hour deli, WiFi, and seating areas.

TL;DR: Landing after midnight? Your best options are an airport taxi (COP $118K, always available) or a pre-booked private transfer (COP $229K+). Combuses bus doesn't run midnight to 5 AM. Uber is unreliable at night. The terminal stays open 24/7.

What's Open After Midnight

24-hour deli/convenience store — snacks, water, basic supplies
Free Airplan WiFi — works 24/7, no registration
VIP lounges — some open late with paid access or Priority Pass
Restrooms — available throughout the terminal
Most restaurants & shops — closed by 10 PM
Money exchange (Globo Cambio) — 24 hours

Transport Options After Midnight

Option	Available?	Price
Airport Taxi	Yes — 24/7	COP $118,000
Pre-booked Transfer	Yes — 24/7	COP $229,500+
Uber / DiDi	Maybe — unreliable	COP $80-150K+
Combuses Bus	No — stops at midnight	—
Colectivo	No — stops by 9 PM	—

The Combuses Gap: Midnight to 5 AM

The Combuses bus (COP $20,000 to downtown Medellín) is the cheapest option during the day — but it stops running around midnight and doesn't resume until approximately 5 AM. If your flight lands between midnight and 4 AM, this is not an option. Plan ahead.

Hotels Near MDE Airport

If you'd rather sleep near the airport and head into Medellín in the morning, there are a few options in Rionegro (none walkable from the terminal — you'll need a short taxi ride):

Hotel	Price/Night	Distance
Movich Hotel Rionegro	$90-$150 USD	5 min drive
Hollywood Paradise Hotel	$45-$70 USD	10 min drive
Budget hostals (Rionegro)	$30-$45 USD	10-15 min drive

Temperature Warning

MDE sits at 2,137m elevation. At night, temperatures drop to 10-14°C (50-57°F). If you're coming from a warm country or a heated airplane, the cold hits hard when you step outside. Have a jacket accessible, not buried in your checked luggage.

Early Morning Departures (4-7 AM Flights)

If you're leaving Medellín on an early morning flight, the same rules apply in reverse. Uber/DiDi at 2-3 AM from your hotel is unreliable. Pre-book a transfer or arrange a taxi the night before. The drive from El Poblado takes 40-50 minutes plus check-in time — leave at least 3 hours before your flight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MDE Airport open 24 hours?

Yes. The terminal stays open 24/7 with a 24-hour deli, WiFi, and seating.

Can I get a taxi at 2 AM?

Yes — airport taxis operate 24/7. Fixed price COP $118,000.

Does Combuses run all night?

No. Stops around midnight, resumes at ~5 AM.

Are there hotels near MDE?

Yes — Movich ($90-150), Hollywood Paradise ($45-70), budget hostals ($30-45). All require a short taxi ride from the terminal.

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