Airport Comparison
| YOW | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | YOW | YYC |
| ICAO Code | CYOW | CYYC |
| City | Ottawa | Calgary |
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Toronto | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 374 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | 45.320000, -75.670000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 2,879 kilometers (1,789 miles / 1,554 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 04:41 in Ottawa, it's 02:41 in Calgary.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,183 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 88° (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 Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.