Airport Comparison
| AEL | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Albert Lea Municipal Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | AEL | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KAEL | CYOW |
| City | Albert Lea | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 1,261 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.680000, -93.370000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Albert Lea (AEL) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) in Albert Lea, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 1,413 kilometers (878 miles / 763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:25 in Albert Lea, it's 08:25 in Ottawa.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Albert Lea (AEL) follows a heading of 269° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.