Travelling from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Rome. Explore your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Ottawa is five hours behind Rome. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Rome to YOW. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Rome to YOW that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between FCO and YOW include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Rome to YOW flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.
About Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to central Ottawa is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Right now, ج.م. 17,555 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 32,175. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rome to YOW. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
The best time to fly from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Ottawa. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your Rome to YOW flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Rome to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are major attractions which should be on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, a visit to Montreal will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval.
