The flight distance from Alula Airport (ALU) in Alula, Somalia to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 12,849 kilometers (7,984 miles / 6,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 349°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Somalia with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:07 in Alula, it's 04:07 in Calgary. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,551 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Alula Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Alula (ALU) follows a heading of 17° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alula Airport (ALU) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.