KXU
Katiu
French Polynesia
8,061 km
5,009 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
8,061 km
5,009 mi / 4,353 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Pacific/Tahiti
Heading
19°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

KXU YYC
Airport Name Katiu Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code KXU YYC
ICAO Code NTKT CYYC
City Katiu Calgary
Country French Polynesia Canada
Timezone Pacific/Tahiti America/Edmonton
Elevation 7 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates -16.340000, -144.400000 51.110000, -114.020000

Katiu (KXU) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Katiu Airport (KXU) in Katiu, French Polynesia to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 8,061 kilometers (5,009 miles / 4,353 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 French Polynesia 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 20:59 in Katiu, it's 23:59 in Calgary. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,550 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Katiu Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Katiu (KXU) follows a heading of 211° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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