CEM
Central
United States
4,594 km
2,855 miles
YOW
Ottawa
Canada
Distance
4,594 km
2,855 mi / 2,481 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Anchorage
Heading
84°
east

Airport Comparison

CEM YOW
Airport Name Central Airport Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA Code CEM YOW
ICAO Code PACE CYOW
City Central Ottawa
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Toronto
Elevation 937 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 65.570000, -144.780000 45.320000, -75.670000

Central (CEM) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Central Airport (CEM) in Central, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 4,594 kilometers (2,855 miles / 2,481 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 07:05 in Central, it's 11:05 in Ottawa. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Central (CEM) follows a heading of 324° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Central Airport (CEM) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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