Airport Comparison
| FCS | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | FCS | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KFCS | CYOW |
| City | Fort Carson | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 5,874 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.680000, -104.760000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Fort Carson (FCS) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,499 kilometers (1,553 miles / 1,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
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 05:45 in Fort Carson, it's 07:45 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,500 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Fort Carson (FCS) follows a heading of 263° (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 Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.