Airport Comparison
| BYS | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | CYOW |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 3,605 kilometers (2,240 miles / 1,946 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 02:43 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 05:43 in Ottawa. 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 1,976 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.