Flying from Milan to Ottawa: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Milan to Ottawa. Explore your options for leaving Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Touch down at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the chief entry point to Ottawa.
Ottawa is five hours behind Milan and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Milan to Ottawa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Ottawa
To pick up cheap Milan to Ottawa flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
We make it simple to find a Milan to Ottawa flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Milan to Ottawa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the flights that depart from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Take a moment to stretch your legs during your Milan to Ottawa flight with a stopover. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one of the top options between Orio al Serio International Airport and Ottawa.
BGY is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take 1 hour or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Milan to Ottawa? Unwind in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
67.49% of flights departing Orio al Serio International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Whether just for an hour or a handful of days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little easier. When jetting out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you can book a ticket from Milan to Ottawa stopping at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
From central Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Milan to Ottawa flight with time to spare. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Flights departing from LIN arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 79.56% of the time.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YOW if you have a late flight from Milan to Ottawa. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Set your own pace with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that most tourists miss.
Book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's smart to book your Milan to Ottawa flight even earlier.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Milan to Ottawa, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make collecting an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW will save you money.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Milan to Milan. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Milan in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a Milan to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Milan to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Milan to Ottawa, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Ottawa travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are among the biggest draws.
