Airport Comparison
| GRR | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gerald R Ford International Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRR | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KGRR | CYOW |
| City | Grand Rapids | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 794 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.880000, -85.520000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Grand Rapids (GRR) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) in Grand Rapids, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 831 kilometers (517 miles / 449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 18:53 in Grand Rapids, it's 18:53 in Ottawa.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Grand Rapids (GRR) follows a heading of 254° (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 Gerald R Ford International Airport (GRR) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.