SMO
Santa Monica
United States
1,934 km
1,202 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
1,934 km
1,202 mi / 1,044 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

SMO YYC
Airport Name Santa Monica Municipal Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code SMO YYC
ICAO Code KSMO CYYC
City Santa Monica Calgary
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Edmonton
Elevation 170 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 34.020000, -118.450000 51.110000, -114.020000

Santa Monica (SMO) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 1,934 kilometers (1,202 miles / 1,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 9°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:57 in Santa Monica, it's 22:57 in Calgary.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,387 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Santa Monica Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Santa Monica (SMO) follows a heading of 192° (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 Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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