Airport Comparison
| AVL | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Asheville Regional Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | AVL | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KAVL | CYOW |
| City | Asheville | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 2,164 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.440000, -82.540000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Asheville (AVL) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) in Asheville, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 1,242 kilometers (772 miles / 671 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.
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 10:12 in Asheville, it's 10:12 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,790 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Asheville Regional Airport.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Asheville (AVL) follows a heading of 210° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.