The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Yushu Batang Airport (YUS) in Yushu, China is 11,293 kilometers (7,017 miles / 6,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Canada with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:36 in Ottawa, it's 12:36 in Yushu. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 12,442 feet between the two airports. Yushu Batang Airport sits higher than Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Yushu (YUS) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 355° (north). 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 Yushu Batang Airport (YUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.