Airport Comparison
| BIF | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | BIF | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KBIF | CYOW |
| City | Fort Bliss/El Paso/ | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 3,947 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.850000, -106.380000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 3,034 kilometers (1,885 miles / 1,638 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 01:06 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, it's 03:06 in Ottawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,573 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) follows a heading of 251° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.