Airport Comparison
| SJJ | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sarajevo International Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJJ | YOW |
| ICAO Code | LQSA | CYOW |
| City | Sarajevo | Ottawa |
| Country | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 1,708 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.820000, 18.330000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Sarajevo (SJJ) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 6,984 kilometers (4,340 miles / 3,771 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Bosnia and Herzegovina with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:04 in Sarajevo, it's 01:04 in Ottawa. With a 6-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 1,334 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Sarajevo International Airport.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Sarajevo (SJJ) follows a heading of 54° (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 Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.