Travelling from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ).
The timezone in Sarajevo is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Ottawa. Sarajevo International Airport is located in Sarajevo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to SJJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport? Stay at a hotel close to Ottawa Gatineau Airport, like Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also have you moments from the departure gate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Ottawa to SJJ flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time performance of 58.21%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
About Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SJJ:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sarajevo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 387rentacar, Carwiz or Goldcar and explore beyond Sarajevo's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport flight.
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
Sarajevo International Airport to the centre of Sarajevo is around 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
285 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport. Return flights start at 880 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to SJJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Affordable Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Ottawa to SJJ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Sarajevo. August is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in an Ottawa to SJJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sarajevo to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sarajevo
Start your Sarajevo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Sarajevo International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Skakavac, Bascarsija and Ferhadija Mosque are top attractions which should feature on every Sarajevo itinerary.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Banja Luka is just one of the many cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sarajevo. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Kozara Ultra Trail, Hot Springs and Banjaluka.
Around 225 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo, Bihać is another essential stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Start your sightseeing at Una National Park, Plaža na Uni and Bihać ️ Una View Point.
