GUA
Guatemala City
Guatemala
3,692 km
2,294 miles
YOW
Ottawa
Canada
Distance
3,692 km
2,294 mi / 1,994 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Guatemala
Heading
19°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

GUA YOW
Airport Name La Aurora Airport Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA Code GUA YOW
ICAO Code MGGT CYOW
City Guatemala City Ottawa
Country Guatemala Canada
Timezone America/Guatemala America/Toronto
Elevation 4,952 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 14.580000, -90.530000 45.320000, -75.670000

Guatemala City (GUA) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Aurora Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, Guatemala to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 3,692 kilometers (2,294 miles / 1,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 Guatemala with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:40 in Guatemala City, it's 11:40 in Ottawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,578 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than La Aurora Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Guatemala City (GUA) follows a heading of 207° (south 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 La Aurora Airport (GUA) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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