Airport Comparison
| YOW | YWH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | Victoria Harbour BC (Water Seaplane Base) |
| IATA Code | YOW | YWH |
| ICAO Code | CYOW | CYWH |
| City | Ottawa | Victoria |
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Toronto | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 374 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | 45.320000, -75.670000 | 48.420000, -123.390000 |
Ottawa (YOW) to Victoria (YWH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Victoria Harbour BC (Water Seaplane Base) (YWH) in Victoria, Canada is 3,585 kilometers (2,228 miles / 1,936 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 14:30 in Ottawa, it's 11:30 in Victoria. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Victoria (YWH) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 77° (east 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 Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Victoria Harbour BC (Water Seaplane Base) (YWH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.