Louisville to Ottawa (SDF–YOW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Louisville to Ottawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 716 mi 2h 20m nonstop 18 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SDF and YOW, connecting options are available through 18 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SDF to YOW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
YYZ ~4h 6m MDW ~4h 14m OMA ~5h 18m CLT ~5h 54m YWG ~6h 25m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
566
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
SDF → YOW
40%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
40%
Arriving
0%
Return
YOW → SDF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SDF delays → YOW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Ottawa is 0 hours the same as Louisville.
SDF: EDT · YOW: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Louisville, it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa.
Distance & Flight Time
716 mi / 1,151 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 20m.
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

SDF–YOW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Louisville to Ottawa route.
Route details
Distance716 mi / 1,151 km
Flight time2h 20m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: SDF
Full nameLouisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
IATA / ICAOSDF / KSDF
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Louisville
Passengers/yr4.7M
Elevation501 ft / 153 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 SDF to YOW flights.
Nonstop flights from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport take approximately 2h 20m. The route covers 716 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SDF to YOW.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YYZ, MDW, OMA, CLT, YWG, HOU, IAD, YVR, MCO, EWR, MIA, ORD, PHX, FLL, DCA, RSW, TPA and BOS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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 SDF to YOW

Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) and Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SDF to YOW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SDF to YOW ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 716 miles (1,151 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YYZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.