LWS
Lewiston
United States
3,168 km
1,969 miles
YOW
Ottawa
Canada
Distance
3,168 km
1,969 mi / 1,711 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
77°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

LWS YOW
Airport Name Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA Code LWS YOW
ICAO Code KLWS CYOW
City Lewiston Ottawa
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Toronto
Elevation 1,442 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 46.370000, -117.020000 45.320000, -75.670000

Lewiston (LWS) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) in Lewiston, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 3,168 kilometers (1,969 miles / 1,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 08:57 in Lewiston, it's 11:57 in Ottawa. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,068 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Lewiston (LWS) follows a heading of 287° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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