Airport Comparison
| KWA | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWA | YYC |
| ICAO Code | PKWA | CYYC |
| City | Kwajalein | Calgary |
| Country | Marshall Islands | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Kwajalein | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.720000, 167.730000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
Kwajalein (KWA) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 8,435 kilometers (5,241 miles / 4,554 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Marshall Islands with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:14 in Kwajalein, it's 18:14 in Calgary. With a 19-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 3,541 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Kwajalein (KWA) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.