Flying from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): What you need to know
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is six hours behind Milan.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to YOW, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Milan to YOW departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Break up your flight from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport with a stop at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). One of the main stopovers between Milan Bergamo Airport and YOW, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
BGY is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Milan to YOW flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Milan Bergamo Airport:
Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time performance of 67%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you can book a plane ticket from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) stopping at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
From central Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there by car and 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Milano Linate Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
LIN has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on course and get to your destination as expected.
About Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Reserve a hotel close to YOW if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget to explore Ottawa and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Getting from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Central Ottawa is around 14 kilometres from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is $781. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $830. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Milan to YOW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
November is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Ottawa based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Milan to YOW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Milan to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are highlights which should be on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Ottawa. Around 153 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Laval is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval.
