Airport Comparison
| UAQ | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | UAQ | YOW |
| ICAO Code | SANU | CYOW |
| City | San Juan | Ottawa |
| Country | Argentina | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/San_Juan | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 1,958 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | -31.570000, -68.420000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
San Juan (UAQ) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) in San Juan, Argentina to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 8,581 kilometers (5,332 miles / 4,633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 355°.
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 Argentina with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:02 in San Juan, it's 15:02 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,584 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to San Juan (UAQ) follows a heading of 174° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.