Airport Comparison
| RUH | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Khaled International Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | RUH | YOW |
| ICAO Code | OERK | CYOW |
| City | Riyadh | Ottawa |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Canada |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 2,049 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.960000, 46.700000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Riyadh (RUH) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 10,270 kilometers (6,382 miles / 5,546 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 Saudi Arabia 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 12:43 in Riyadh, it's 04:43 in Ottawa. With a 8-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 1,675 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 50° (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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.