AMW
Ames
United States
1,851 km
1,150 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
1,851 km
1,150 mi / 999 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

AMW YYC
Airport Name Ames Municipal Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code AMW YYC
ICAO Code KAMW CYYC
City Ames Calgary
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Edmonton
Elevation 956 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 41.990000, -93.620000 51.110000, -114.020000

Ames (AMW) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ames Municipal Airport (AMW) in Ames, United States to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 1,851 kilometers (1,150 miles / 999 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:56 in Ames, it's 02:56 in Calgary.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,601 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Ames Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Ames (AMW) follows a heading of 115° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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