Airport Comparison
| YOW | ZIH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport |
| IATA Code | YOW | ZIH |
| ICAO Code | CYOW | MMZH |
| City | Ottawa | Ixtapa |
| Country | Canada | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Toronto | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 374 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 45.320000, -75.670000 | 17.600000, -101.460000 |
Ottawa (YOW) to Ixtapa (ZIH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) in Ixtapa, Mexico is 3,899 kilometers (2,423 miles / 2,105 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 Canada with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:20 in Ottawa, it's 01:20 in Ixtapa.
The return flight from Ixtapa (ZIH) to Ottawa (YOW) follows a heading of 32° (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 Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.