Airport Comparison
| VEY | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Vestmannaeyjar Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | VEY | YOW |
| ICAO Code | BIVM | CYOW |
| City | Vestmannaeyjar | Ottawa |
| Country | Iceland | Canada |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 326 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 63.420000, -20.280000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Vestmannaeyjar (VEY) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Vestmannaeyjar Airport (VEY) in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 3,942 kilometers (2,450 miles / 2,129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 266°.
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 Iceland 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 13:44 in Vestmannaeyjar, it's 08:44 in Ottawa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Vestmannaeyjar (VEY) follows a heading of 39° (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 Vestmannaeyjar Airport (VEY) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.