Direct (nonstop) flights from Balboa to Medellin

1 airline flys nonstop from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) to Jose Maria Cordova (MDE). It's 342 miles (551 km), about 1h 17m in the air. Operated by Wingo.

BLB
Panama Pacifico Airport
🇵🇦 Balboa, Panama
MDE
Jose Maria Cordova
🇨🇴 Medellin, Colombia
Flight Time
1h 17m
Distance
342 mi
551 km
CO₂/pax
63 kg
−78 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Wingo
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Wingo Wingo

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Wingo P5 Wingo
Route
BLB → MDE
Flight Time
1h 17m
Distance
342 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Balboa to Medellin with one stop · direct emits 63 kg CO₂ per passenger

BLB CLO (Cali) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 30m (430 mi) Leg 2: 55m (192 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLB → CLO
1h 30m · 430 mi
View BLB to CLO flights →
Leg 2
CLO → MDE
55m · 192 mi
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BLB CTG (Cartagena) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 11m (297 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (293 mi) Total: ~2h 26m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLB → CTG
1h 11m · 297 mi
View BLB to CTG flights →
Leg 2
CTG → MDE
1h 15m · 293 mi
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BLB BAQ (Barranquilla) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 15m (355 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (327 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+140% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLB → BAQ
1h 15m · 355 mi
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Leg 2
BAQ → MDE
1h 20m · 327 mi
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BLB BOG (Bogota) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 38m (473 mi) Leg 2: 1h (134 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+119% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLB → BOG
1h 38m · 473 mi
View BLB to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → MDE
1h · 134 mi
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BLB UIO (Quito) MDE
Leg 1: 1h 30m (626 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (477 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+263% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BLB → UIO
1h 30m · 626 mi
View BLB to UIO flights →
Leg 2
UIO → MDE
1h 30m · 477 mi
View UIO to MDE flights →

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MDE → BLB: Flights from Medellin to Balboa

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Balboa to Medellin?

A nonstop flight from Balboa (BLB) to Medellin (MDE) takes approximately 1 hours and 17 minutes. The distance is 342 miles (551 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Balboa to Medellin?

Just Wingo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Balboa to Medellin?

Yes. 1 airline: Wingo.

How far is Balboa from Medellin?

The flight distance from Balboa to Medellin is 342 miles (551 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Balboa to Medellin?

At 1h 17m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Panama to Colombia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Colombia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Balboa to Medellin?

Roughly 63 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 315 km.

Is the return flight from Medellin to Balboa also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Balboa to Medellin?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Panama Pacifico Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.