The flight distance from Pilanesberg International Airport (NTY) in Pilanesberg, South Africa to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 12,949 kilometers (8,046 miles / 6,992 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:36 in Pilanesberg, it's 22:36 in Ottawa. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,038 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Pilanesberg International Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Pilanesberg (NTY) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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