Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is seven hours behind Bucharest, where Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your OTP to Medellin flight.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your trip. When booking your flight ticket from OTP to Medellin, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is one option.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to OTP? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
71.27% of flights taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Medellin
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin flight is $909. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,567. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from OTP to Medellin, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across the month and land an awesome deal.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and find adventure across Medellin and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your flight from OTP to Medellin can help you get the best possible rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport 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 around 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near EOH. Unwind and get cosy after your OTP to Medellin flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can select from popular rental outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from EOH one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Medellin in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from OTP to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.