Airport Comparison
| CSE | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Crested Butte Airpark | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | CSE | YOW |
| ICAO Code | 0CO2 | CYOW |
| City | Crested Butte | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 8,980 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -106.930000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Crested Butte (CSE) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Crested Butte Airpark (CSE) in Crested Butte, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,659 kilometers (1,653 miles / 1,436 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.
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 11:14 in Crested Butte, it's 13:14 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,606 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Crested Butte Airpark. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Crested Butte (CSE) follows a heading of 265° (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 Crested Butte Airpark (CSE) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.