Airport Comparison
Ottawa (YOW) to Grand Forks (ZGF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) in Grand Forks, Canada is 3,215 kilometers (1,998 miles / 1,736 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 21:31 in Ottawa, it's 18:31 in Grand Forks. 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 1,346 feet between the two airports. Grand Forks Airport sits higher than Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
The return flight from Grand Forks (ZGF) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 81° (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 Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.