The flight distance from Sam Neua Airport (NEU) in Sam Neua Airport, Laos to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 12,705 kilometers (7,895 miles / 6,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Laos with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:52 in Sam Neua Airport, it's 08:52 in Ottawa. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,907 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Sam Neua Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Sam Neua Airport (NEU) follows a heading of 0° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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