Airport Comparison
| YOW | YWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | Williams Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | YOW | YWL |
| ICAO Code | CYOW | CYWL |
| City | Ottawa | Williams Lake |
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Toronto | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 374 ft | 3,085 ft |
| Coordinates | 45.320000, -75.670000 | 52.180000, -122.050000 |
Ottawa (YOW) to Williams Lake (YWL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Williams Lake Airport (YWL) in Williams Lake, Canada is 3,423 kilometers (2,127 miles / 1,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.
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 18:59 in Ottawa, it's 15:59 in Williams Lake. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,711 feet between the two airports. Williams Lake Airport sits higher than Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
The return flight from Williams Lake (YWL) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 84° (east). 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 Williams Lake Airport (YWL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.