Travelling from Ottawa to Medellin: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Ottawa. Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Medellin jetting off from here.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is where you'll be arriving in Medellin.
Ottawa and Medellin are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Ottawa to Medellin flight.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Medellin
To pick up cheap Ottawa to Medellin flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Ottawa to Medellin is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Ottawa to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Ottawa to Medellin flights.
Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Ottawa International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Medellin or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Ottawa International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Pick up a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport around one week in advance of your Ottawa to Medellin flight.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is about 3 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Ottawa to Medellin has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 25 minutes.
There are some great places to lay your head close to EOH. Unwind after your Ottawa to Medellin flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why wait around? A Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Turn up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
March is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Medellin, while December is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Medellin based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Ottawa to Medellin ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Medellin in December when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Medellin, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Palacio de Bellas Artes, Museo comuna 13 and Laguna de Guatape are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Teatro Colon Bogota, Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Cristo Rey, Parque Simón Bolívar and San Felipe Lodge. Birding & Wellness RN.