Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is one hour behind Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your YOW to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
YOW is around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58.21% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Medellin
The best price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin flight is ₹ 31,842. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 61,629. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from YOW to Medellin. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from YOW to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your YOW to Medellin flight:
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and be in control of your journey. You can select from popular companies like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before locking in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from YOW to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are essential stops on your Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
