Airport Comparison
| RKS | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKS | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KRKS | CYOW |
| City | Rock Springs | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 6,765 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.590000, -109.070000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Rock Springs (RKS) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,708 kilometers (1,683 miles / 1,462 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.
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 09:18 in Rock Springs, it's 11:18 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,391 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 273° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.