RAP
Rapid City
United States
2,160 km
1,342 miles
YOW
Ottawa
Canada
Distance
2,160 km
1,342 mi / 1,166 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Denver
Heading
77°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

RAP YOW
Airport Name Rapid City Regional Airport Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA Code RAP YOW
ICAO Code KRAP CYOW
City Rapid City Ottawa
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Denver America/Toronto
Elevation 3,204 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 44.050000, -103.060000 45.320000, -75.670000

Rapid City (RAP) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,160 kilometers (1,342 miles / 1,166 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, 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 03:07 in Rapid City, it's 05:07 in Ottawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,830 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Rapid City Regional Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Rapid City (RAP) follows a heading of 276° (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 Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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