Airport Comparison
| DTW | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | CYOW |
| City | Detroit | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 707 kilometers (439 miles / 382 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
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 02:07 in Detroit, it's 02:07 in Ottawa.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 243° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.