Medellin-Herrera to Comuna 13 Airport Transfer | Transfeero

Transfer from Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter

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Home Medellin-Herrera Airport Transfers (EOH) Transfer from Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter

Essential facts for transfers from Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter

The drive covers about 8 km from the airport on Carrera 65 in southwest Medellín up toward San Javier. Pre-booking locks in your fixed price and a driver waiting at arrivals, so you skip haggling.

Route
Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter
Distance
8.0 km / 5.0 miles
Average travel time
0h 25min
Starting price
USD 51.18
Flight monitoring
Real-time flight tracking — driver adjusts if delayed
Waiting time
60 min free wait at arrivals, 15 min for other pickups

From booking to arrival

How it works

A few simple steps. A smoother journey.

  1. 1. Book your ride

    Choose your route and vehicle, add your details and receive your booking confirmation.

  2. 2. Meet your driver

    Find your driver at the meeting point and let them take care of your luggage.

  3. 3. Enjoy your journey

    Settle in and enjoy a comfortable ride, all the way to your destination.

Route info

What to know about the Medellin-Herrera Airport → Comuna 13 Quarter route

Tolls, traffic windows and drop-off logistics that apply to this specific route.

Road and tolls included

All local tolls, road charges and low-emission or congestion zone fees on the route are included in your fixed price. The trip covers about 8 km from Carrera 65 in southwest Medellín to San Javier.

Traffic windows to avoid

The morning rush runs from 6:00 to 8:00 am and the evening peak from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Outside those windows the trip is closer to 25 minutes, while peak-hour trips can take up to 45 minutes door to door.

Drop-off at Comuna 13

Request the Escaleras Eléctricas drop-off to reach six free outdoor escalators, 384 meters long, that serve the hillside. Stay close to the escalator route, where security patrols operate, rather than wandering off.

Vehicles for Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter

Choose the right vehicle for your group size and comfort needs. All fares are fixed and include meet & greet.

Economy

Skoda Octavia, Toyota Prius or similar

3 2
from

USD 51.18

Standard Sedan

Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series or similar

3 3
from

USD 65.61

First Class

Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series or similar

3 3
from

USD 131.23

First Class Van

Mercedes V-Class, Viano or similar

7 7
from

USD 134.77

Standard Van

Mercedes Vito, Ford Custom or similar

7 7
from

USD 67.58

Minibus

Mercedes Sprinter or similar — up to 12 pax

12 12
from

USD 168.95

Transfer from Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter

The transfer leaves the airport on Carrera 65 and heads through southwest Medellín toward San Javier, a western district that climbs the hillside above the city. Across roughly 8 km the car moves from dense urban blocks to steeper streets where houses stack up the slopes, and the typical journey takes about 25 minutes.

Your driver meets you at the arrivals baggage-hall exit of the terminal where your flight lands, holding a name sign, and the free 60-minute wait covers any delay. Plan for 25 to 45 minutes door to door and avoid the 6:00 to 8:00 am and 5:00 to 7:00 pm peaks, when traffic builds. First-time visitors should know that Comuna 13's six outdoor escalators, 384 meters long and free to use, are the main attraction, so ask the driver for the Escaleras Eléctricas drop-off.

Taxis are the nearest alternative, but a rank taxi offers no fixed price, so you may bargain in a busy queue. The Metro is cheapest, yet it requires reaching Poblado station, riding Line A to San Antonio, changing to Line B and finding onward transport from San Javier. A pre-booked transfer removes every change and fixes your price before you travel.

Reviews

4.8/5 Excellent · 41,615 reviews Trustpilot
  • Everything ran smoothly,driver was professional and pleasant
    Jane Wass · 07/11/2026
  • They arrived early and I was very grateful
    Margo Mannix · 07/11/2026
  • Driver was very polite , courteous arrived on time . Driving was excellent. Enjoyable experience
    MAUREEN DRUMMOND · 07/11/2026

Book your transport from Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter

Want to know more about your journey from Medellin-Herrera Airport to Comuna 13 Quarter ? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

Where does the driver meet me at Medellín-Herrera Airport?
The driver waits at the arrivals baggage-hall exit of the terminal where your flight lands, holding a name sign. Your flight is tracked in real time, so delays or terminal changes are handled at no extra cost. Confirm that your flight arrives at Olaya Herrera (EOH) before you book.
How long does the drive take and what affects it?
The typical journey is about 25 minutes, but plan for 25 to 45 minutes door to door. Traffic is the main variable, so avoid the 6:00 to 8:00 am and 5:00 to 7:00 pm peaks when congestion builds. The driver adjusts to delays and any terminal change automatically, at no extra cost to you.
What does the transfer cost and what is included?
The fixed price is USD 51.18 for the whole trip. It covers all local tolls, road charges and low-emission or congestion zone fees on the route, so nothing extra is added at the end. Free child seats are available on request, and the price is confirmed when you book.
What should I know about dropping off in Comuna 13?
Ask your driver for the Escaleras Eléctricas drop-off, or type Escaleras Electricas into the app to be taken to the base of the escalators. Six interconnected outdoor escalators run 384 meters up the hillside and are free to use. Stay close to the escalator route, since this is where the security team patrols.
Which vehicle options are available for this transfer?
Vehicle choice is made when you book, so select a car sized for your passengers and luggage. Free child seats are available on request, so mention each child at checkout. Because the driver meets you at arrivals with a name sign, you do not need a separate pickup arrangement. Your fixed price applies to the vehicle you choose.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Yes, you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before pickup. Flight changes are handled automatically, because your flight is monitored in real time and the driver adjusts to delays at no extra cost. Once you are within 24 hours of pickup, cancellation is no longer free, so plan changes early.

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