Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Rome.
To ensure you get on your FCO to YOW flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FCO and YOW:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight is 289 €. A return fare right now is 544 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from FCO to YOW, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.57% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near FCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ottawa. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from FCO to YOW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Canada, consider 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.