Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YOW to MXP flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Right now, ج.م. 14,646 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 26,084. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YOW to MXP, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YOW to MXP by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to YOW:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you're on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
From Milano Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YOW to MXP sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its must-visit sights. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Turin is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No trip is complete without visiting Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
