Exciting flight deals to Medellin!
According to Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software, fares start at $441 (Basic Economy). Booking with Copa Air can lower the price to $393 (Basic Economy) or $543 (Regular Economy).
The $543 fare includes one checked bag and a standard-sized carry-on for Regular Economy. The $393 Basic Economy fare has restrictions, including:
- No advance seat assignments.
- Checked bags are extra: $80 for the first bag and $130 for the second.
- No changes allowed.
- No cancellations: If you cancel after the initial 24-hour risk-free period, the Basic Economy fare will be non-refundable.
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Medellin, Colombia – Photo: David Peña, used under Creative Commons License (By 2.0)
Sample Travel Dates:
- March 19th – 26th, 2026
- This is just one sample travel date. For more options, please refer to the “Fare Availability” and “How to Search for Availability” sections below.
Fare Availability:
- Valid for travel from late January 2026 or from March to May 2026. Limited availability. Must book at least 7 days prior to departure.
- Note: This fare is valid at the time of posting, but if this post is more than two days old, the fare may no longer be available.
How to Search for Availability:
- This section is only for checking availability. For purchasing tickets, refer to the “How to Buy” section below.
- Utilize Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software with the following criteria:
- Origin: SFO
- Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Codes: pty
- Extension Codes:: maxconnect 300
- This instructs Matrix Airfare Software to search for the Basic Economy fare. Use these dates with Copa Air and you’ll have the option to upgrade to a Regular Economy fare.
- Destination: MDE
- Return Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Codes: pty
- Extension Codes:: maxconnect 300
- (Click on the Advanced Codes link to enable routing code input.)
- Select “See calendar of lowest fares.”
- Set duration to “3-10” (This is just an example; you can use any 7-day range.)
- Beginner’s Guide: How to Use Matrix by ITA Software
- Learn to Read Airfare Rules to Your Benefit
- Your Matrix Airfare Search page should look like the example below when all values are inputted.
- Tickets cannot be purchased using Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. For purchases, follow the “How to Buy” instructions below.
Fare Class:
- A (Basic Economy)
- T (Regular Economy)
Routing:
- SFO – PTY (Panama City) – MDE (Medellin) – PTY – SFO
Stopover:
Mileage:
Copa is a member of the Star Alliance and partners with United. Mileage earning with United is as follows:
- Miles Flown: 7,312 miles or 5.4 cents per mile (Basic Economy) / 7.4 cents per mile (Regular Economy)
- Redeemable Miles: 3,656 miles
How to Buy:
- Book directly on Copa Air using the dates found on Matrix Airfare Search.
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Background Information:
- Visa: US citizens do not need a visa. Other nationals should check the TIMATIC Visa Database for requirements.
- Currency: Colombian Peso (COP); $1 USD = 3,743 COP.
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