Ottawa to Detroit (YOW–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Ottawa to Detroit
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 439 mi 1h 40m nonstop 26 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YOW and DTW, connecting options are available through 26 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YOW to DTW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
SYR ~3h 42m MEM ~5h 38m SRQ ~8h 8m YYC ~9h 5m PLS ~9h 38m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,278
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
YOW → DTW
91%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
91%
Arriving
81%
Return
DTW → YOW
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
Arriving
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YOW delays → DTW delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Detroit from Ottawa

Nearby airports with service to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Metric YOW→DTW YUL→DTW
Distance from YOW – 94 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4
Weekly flights 1 29
Flight time 1h 40m 1h 48m
Departure OTP 91% –
Montréal (YUL) to Detroit flights
Airports within 200 miles of YOW with service to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 6:00 PM in Detroit.
Distance & Flight Time
439 mi / 707 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 40m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from DTW

DTW has no rail. Ride-shares and taxis are the practical options. Taxis to downtown cost $45–60. Ride-shares run $30–45. The two terminals (McNamara and North) are connected by the automated people mover (MTC); both share the same baggage claim and ground transport facilities.Car rental desks are in the consolidated facility accessible from McNamara Terminal. SMART bus Route 261 serves the airport with transfers into the bus network. Allow extra time for I-94 congestion during peak hours.

Detroit Climate

Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and snowy (−8 to 0°C) from December through March. Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair generate significant lake-effect snow that can fall heavily with little warning. Ice storms and blizzards cause the most serious flight disruptions.

Summers are warm and humid (26–32°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Spring and fall are transitional with frost risk into April and from October. January and February are the highest disruption-risk months.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

YOW–DTW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ottawa to Detroit route.
Route details
Distance439 mi / 707 km
Flight time1h 40m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: YOW
Full nameOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA / ICAOYOW / CYOW
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
Destination: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YOW to DTW flights.
Nonstop flights from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport take approximately 1h 40m. The route covers 439 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from YOW to DTW.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SYR, MEM, SRQ, YYC, PLS, GCM, NAS, IAD, ORD, YYZ, TPA, BOS, EWR, YUL, DCA, CDG, LHR, CUN, FLL, MCO, RSW, MIA, PUJ, PHX, PVR and LIR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include YUL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 YOW to DTW

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YOW to DTW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YOW to DTW ranges from 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 439 miles (707 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SYR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YUL).