The flight distance from Desroches Airport (DES) in Desroches Island, Seychelles to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 14,838 kilometers (9,220 miles / 8,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 Seychelles 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 02:01 in Desroches Island, it's 15:01 in Calgary. With a 11-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 3,547 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Desroches Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Desroches Island (DES) 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 Desroches Airport (DES) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.