Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Stockholm: what you need to know
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YOW to Stockholm flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
58.21% of flights that leave from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Stockholm
$645 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm flight. A return ticket right now is $1,176. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from YOW to Stockholm, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm ticket.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ARN if you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and explore Stockholm and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your flight from YOW to Stockholm.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your YOW to Stockholm flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near BMA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make collecting a Bromma Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Step off your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Stockholm is around 105 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you'd like to go from the runway to rest mode in the fastest time possible, stay at a hotel near NYO. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a quick drive away and a good choice if you have a late YOW to Stockholm flight.
Begin your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. You can book with reliable suppliers here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm is always smart. As well as better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at NYO.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Before securing your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Stockholm offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Stockholm, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Stockholm Palace, Vasa Museum and Djurgarden are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Sweden you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres south-west of Stockholm, a trip to Helsingborg will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Tropikariet, Helsingborg Castle and Tropical Beach.
Lund is another must-experience destination in Sweden and is around 499 kilometres south-west of Stockholm. No trip is complete without a visit to Hubertusparken, Linnéplatsen and Lundaoxarna.