Airport Comparison
| RKT | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ras Al Khaimah International Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKT | YOW |
| ICAO Code | OMRK | CYOW |
| City | Ras Al Khaimah | Ottawa |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Canada |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 102 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.610000, 55.940000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 10,734 kilometers (6,670 miles / 5,796 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 20:59 in Ras Al Khaimah, it's 11:59 in Ottawa. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) follows a heading of 43° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.