The flight distance from Godthaab / Nuuk Airport (GOH) in Nuuk, Greenland to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 2,569 kilometers (1,596 miles / 1,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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 Greenland with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:37 in Nuuk, it's 01:37 in Ottawa. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Nuuk (GOH) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Godthaab / Nuuk Airport (GOH) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.