Ottawa to Rochester (YOW–RST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Ottawa to Rochester
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 832 mi 1h 57m nonstop -1h behind 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YOW and RST, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YOW to RST.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~14h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
47
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Rochester is 1 hour behind Ottawa.
YOW: EDT · RST: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 5:00 PM in Rochester.
Distance & Flight Time
832 mi / 1,339 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 57m.
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.
Facts

YOW–RST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ottawa to Rochester route.
Route details
Distance832 mi / 1,339 km
Flight time1h 57m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: YOW
Full nameOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA / ICAOYOW / CYOW
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
Destination: RST
Full nameRochester International Airport
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YOW to RST flights.
Nonstop flights from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rochester International Airport take approximately 1h 57m. The route covers 832 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from YOW to RST.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, YYZ, MSP, IAD, DCA, YWG, BNA, PBI, HOU, TPA, MCO, FLL, YYC, PHX and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Rochester is 1 hour behind Ottawa.
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 RST

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Rochester International Airport (RST) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YOW to RST Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YOW to RST ranges from 1 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 832 miles (1,339 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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