Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Medellin: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is one hour behind Ottawa.
To avoid rushing for your YOW to Medellin flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
Of all flights leaving Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% touch down on time at their destination.
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 199 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 361 €. 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)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around 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). Once 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.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your YOW to Medellin flight, kick back at a hotel near EOH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Why waste time waiting for public transport? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Turn up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from EOH one week in advance often means better prices and 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 plane 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 (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YOW to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Medellin, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
All great holidays should 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.
