Airport Comparison
| MCV | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | McArthur River Mine Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCV | YYC |
| ICAO Code | YMHU | CYYC |
| City | McArthur River Mine | Calgary |
| Country | Australia | Canada |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 131 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.440000, 136.080000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
McArthur River Mine (MCV) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) in McArthur River Mine, Australia to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 12,806 kilometers (7,957 miles / 6,915 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 Australia 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 09:09 in McArthur River Mine, it's 16:39 in Calgary. With a 16.5-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 3,426 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than McArthur River Mine Airport.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to McArthur River Mine (MCV) follows a heading of 275° (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 McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.