Houston to Ottawa (HOU–YOW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Ottawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,518 mi 3h 29m nonstop +1h ahead 22 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between HOU and YOW, connecting options are available through 22 hubs.

Also explore HOU Routes YOW Routes HOU Live Flights YOW Live Flights HOU Delays YOW Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HOU to YOW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
MDW ~5h 21m NAS ~5h 25m IAD ~5h 38m YYZ ~5h 43m SDF ~6h 0m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
681
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
HOU → YOW
16%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
16%
Arriving
0%
Return
YOW → HOU
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. HOU delays → YOW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
HOU: CDT · YOW: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Ottawa.
Distance & Flight Time
1,518 mi / 2,443 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 29m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

HOU–YOW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Ottawa route.
Route details
Distance1,518 mi / 2,443 km
Flight time3h 29m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections22 hubs
Origin: HOU
Full nameWilliam P. Hobby Airport
IATA / ICAOHOU / KHOU
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr14.2M
Elevation46 ft / 14 m
Destination: YOW
Full nameOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA / ICAOYOW / CYOW
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HOU to YOW flights.
Nonstop flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport take approximately 3h 29m. The route covers 1,518 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, NAS, IAD, YYZ, SDF, EWR, OMA, RSW, MBJ, YYC, YLW, BGI, YVR, LIR, MCO, DCA, FLL, TPA, CUN, PHX, MIA and PVR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HOU to YOW

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

HOU to YOW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HOU to YOW ranges from 3 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,518 miles (2,443 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.