The flight distance from Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) in Djibouti City, Djibouti to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 12,707 kilometers (7,896 miles / 6,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Djibouti 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 02:48 in Djibouti City, it's 16:48 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 3,508 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Djibouti-Ambouli Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Djibouti City (JIB) follows a heading of 25° (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 Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.