Travelling from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Explore your options for flying out of Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Ottawa is 5 hours behind Milan. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Milan to YOW, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Milan to YOW leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from central Milan to MXP is roughly 48 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 58 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to YOW:
About Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Consider staying in a hotel near YOW if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to the centre of Ottawa takes about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from 285 € or travel return from just 549 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To find cheap tickets from Milan to YOW, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across the entire month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Ottawa in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Milan to YOW for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flights from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Milan to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Ottawa. Check out the offers and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.