Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Medellin: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest. Operating on the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is 7 hours behind Bucharest.
Leave enough time to make your flight from OTP to Medellin. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Finding a stopover on your flight from OTP to Medellin is a cinch. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or visit a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A major stop is Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
If you hold a passport from Romania and are travelling to Colombia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin.
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to OTP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Medellin
C$704 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,413. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from OTP to Medellin if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes about 36 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to MDE if you're taking a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is located around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 16 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 31 minutes.
After your flight from OTP to Medellin, settle in at a hotel close to EOH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin. To escape the crowds, visit Medellin in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from OTP to Medellin sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are popular attractions which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
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