Flying from Ottawa to Stockholm: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Stockholm taking off from here.
Stockholm has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Come in for landing at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
To ensure you make your Ottawa to Stockholm flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Stockholm
To pick up cheap Ottawa to Stockholm flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Ottawa to Stockholm throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Stockholm, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Ottawa to Stockholm, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo to explore Stockholm and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Stockholm flight.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
After your flight from Ottawa to Stockholm has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 8 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA).
The trip will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Ottawa to Stockholm, kick back at a hotel close to BMA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make picking up a Bromma Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at BMA can get you a lower rate.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Ottawa to Stockholm has touched down. Central Stockholm is around 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Move from your plane seat to a cushy bed soon after your Ottawa to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is conveniently located near NYO.
Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your destination with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
If you're hoping for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Secure your ride from NYO at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Ottawa to Stockholm.
Best time to go to Stockholm
January is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Stockholm, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Stockholm based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Ottawa to Stockholm ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Stockholm in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Stockholm, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are major attractions which should feature on any good Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Uppsala is just one of the many cities in Sweden waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Stockholm. Around 64 kilometres to the north-west, its top attractions include Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
Sollentuna is another sought-after destination in Sweden and is around 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm. No trip is complete without visiting Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd.