Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW Airport Code)

Airport Overview

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is a key aviation facility serving the region of Ottawa, Canada. It is officially identified by the IATA code YOW and ICAO code CYOW. It operates within the America/Toronto timezone, allowing travelers to synchronize their flight itineraries accordingly. Nearby alternative gateways include Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO) and Ottawa / Gatineau Airport (YND), which can be considered for regional or international transit.

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Coordinates 45.322, -75.669

Timezone America/Toronto

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Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport YRO Ottawa / Gatineau Airport YND Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport YSH Cornwall Regional Airport YCC Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport YMX Pembroke Airport YTA

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The IATA code for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is YOW. Its ICAO code is CYOW.

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in or near Ottawa, CA. View the map on this page for exact coordinates and terminal details.

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport operates in the local time zone. You can convert airport local times using our <a href="/en/timezone-converter">Airport Timezone Converter</a>.

Minimum Connection Times (MCT) at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport vary based on Schengen/non-Schengen status and terminal transfers. Verify transfer times with our <a href="/en/mct-checker">MCT Checker Tool</a>.