The flight distance from Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM) in Niamey, Niger to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 10,570 kilometers (6,568 miles / 5,707 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Niger 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 05:30 in Niamey, it's 21:30 in Calgary. With a 8-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 2,825 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Diori Hamani International Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Niamey (NIM) follows a heading of 61° (east 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 Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.