Airport Comparison
| CAO | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Clayton Municipal Airpark | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | CAO | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KCAO | CYOW |
| City | Clayton | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 4,970 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.450000, -103.150000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Clayton (CAO) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Clayton Municipal Airpark (CAO) in Clayton, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,496 kilometers (1,551 miles / 1,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 22:27 in Clayton, it's 00:27 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,596 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Clayton Municipal Airpark.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Clayton (CAO) follows a heading of 256° (west 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 Clayton Municipal Airpark (CAO) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.