Airport Comparison
| WYS | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Yellowstone Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | WYS | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KWYS | CYOW |
| City | West Yellowstone | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 6,649 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.690000, -111.120000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
West Yellowstone (WYS) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Yellowstone Airport (WYS) in West Yellowstone, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,765 kilometers (1,718 miles / 1,493 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.
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 United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:48 in West Yellowstone, it's 09:48 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,275 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Yellowstone Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to West Yellowstone (WYS) follows a heading of 281° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Yellowstone Airport (WYS) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.