IWS
Houston
United States
2,452 km
1,524 miles
YOW
Ottawa
Canada
Distance
2,452 km
1,524 mi / 1,324 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
40°
northeast

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IWS YOW
Airport Name West Houston Airport Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA Code IWS YOW
ICAO Code KIWS CYOW
City Houston Ottawa
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Toronto
Elevation 111 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 29.820000, -95.670000 45.320000, -75.670000

Houston (IWS) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from West Houston Airport (IWS) in Houston, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,452 kilometers (1,524 miles / 1,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 13:25 in Houston, it's 14:25 in Ottawa.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Houston (IWS) follows a heading of 232° (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 West Houston Airport (IWS) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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