Airport Comparison
Ottawa (YOW) to Gander (YQX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Gander International Airport (YQX) in Gander, Canada is 1,640 kilometers (1,019 miles / 886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.
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 a domestic route within Canada. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1.5-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:30 in Ottawa, it's 19:00 in Gander.
The return flight from Gander (YQX) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 264° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Gander International Airport (YQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.