Flying from Medellin to Ottawa: what you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Ottawa leaving from here.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll be arriving in Ottawa.
Ottawa is one hour ahead of Medellin and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Medellin to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Ottawa
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Medellin to Ottawa flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Medellin to Ottawa throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap Medellin to Ottawa flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Medellin to Ottawa flights leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MDE is about 18 kilometers from central Medellin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Medellin to Ottawa? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
69.76% of flights that take off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is approximately 14 kilometers. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Ottawa, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YND:
Go beyond Ottawa and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Improve your chances of getting the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Medellin to Ottawa has arrived, you can reach the city center in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 11 kilometers from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The trip will take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before locking in your flights from Medellin to Medellin, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Medellin to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Medellin to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Medellin to Ottawa, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey around 354 kilometers south-west to Toronto to tick off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometers east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
