The flight distance from Desierto de Atacama Airport (CPO) in Copiapo, Chile to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 9,688 kilometers (6,020 miles / 5,231 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 Chile with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:51 in Copiapo, it's 14:51 in Calgary.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,887 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Desierto de Atacama Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Copiapo (CPO) follows a heading of 142° (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 Desierto de Atacama Airport (CPO) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.