The flight distance from Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) in Spirit Lake, United States to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 1,559 kilometers (969 miles / 842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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 01:50 in Spirit Lake, it's 02:50 in Ottawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,060 feet between the two airports. Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport sits lower than Spirit Lake Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Spirit Lake (RTL) follows a heading of 269° (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 Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) and Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.