CHL
Challis
United States
3,007 km
1,869 miles
YOW
Ottawa
Canada
Distance
3,007 km
1,869 mi / 1,624 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Boise
Heading
75°
east northeast

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CHL YOW
Airport Name Challis Airport Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA Code CHL YOW
ICAO Code KLLJ CYOW
City Challis Ottawa
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Boise America/Toronto
Elevation 5,076 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 45.320000, -75.670000

Challis (CHL) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 3,007 kilometers (1,869 miles / 1,624 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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 07:03 in Challis, it's 09:03 in Ottawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,702 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Challis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 282° (west 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 Challis Airport (CHL) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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