Airport Comparison
| SLP | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ponciano Arriaga International Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | SLP | YOW |
| ICAO Code | MMSP | CYOW |
| City | San Luis Potosi | Ottawa |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 6,035 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.250000, -100.930000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 3,439 kilometers (2,137 miles / 1,857 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
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 Mexico with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:10 in San Luis Potosi, it's 17:10 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,661 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Ponciano Arriaga International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to San Luis Potosi (SLP) follows a heading of 230° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.