RSL
Russell
United States
2,031 km
1,262 miles
YOW
Ottawa
Canada
Distance
2,031 km
1,262 mi / 1,097 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
62°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

RSL YOW
Airport Name Russell Municipal Airport Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA Code RSL YOW
ICAO Code KRSL CYOW
City Russell Ottawa
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Toronto
Elevation 1,864 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 38.870000, -98.810000 45.320000, -75.670000

Russell (RSL) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Russell Municipal Airport (RSL) in Russell, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,031 kilometers (1,262 miles / 1,097 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 02:18 in Russell, it's 03:18 in Ottawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,490 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Russell Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Russell (RSL) follows a heading of 258° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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