Travelling from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE): What you need to know
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Ottawa. Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport is located in Medellin.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to MDE, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
58% of flights that depart Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Grab a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
Central Medellin is around 32 kilometres from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport is R 4,969. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,743. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to MDE if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
September is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), while December is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Ottawa to MDE plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Medellin right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Ottawa to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are essential stops on your Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Medellin, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Travel about 225 kilometres southeast to Bogota to tick off its must-visit sights. From Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria. To Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City, your itinerary will be busy.
Bucaramanga is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 274 kilometres northeast of Medellin. No trip is complete without experiencing Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
