Airport Comparison
| ALM | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | ALM | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KALM | CYOW |
| City | Alamogordo | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 4,200 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.840000, -105.990000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Alamogordo (ALM) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport (ALM) in Alamogordo, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,938 kilometers (1,825 miles / 1,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.
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 an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:29 in Alamogordo, it's 04:29 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,826 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Alamogordo (ALM) follows a heading of 252° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport (ALM) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.