Airport Comparison
| IOW | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Iowa City Municipal Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | IOW | YOW |
| ICAO Code | KIOW | CYOW |
| City | Iowa City | Ottawa |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 684 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.640000, -91.550000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Iowa City (IOW) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) in Iowa City, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 1,342 kilometers (834 miles / 725 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.
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 01:25 in Iowa City, it's 02:25 in Ottawa.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Iowa City (IOW) follows a heading of 258° (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 Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.