UAK
Narsarsuaq
Greenland
4,180 km
2,597 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
4,180 km
2,597 mi / 2,257 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Nuuk
Heading
287°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

UAK YYC
Airport Name Narsarsuaq Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code UAK YYC
ICAO Code BGBW CYYC
City Narsarsuaq Calgary
Country Greenland Canada
Timezone America/Nuuk America/Edmonton
Elevation 112 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 61.160000, -45.430000 51.110000, -114.020000

Narsarsuaq (UAK) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) in Narsarsuaq, Greenland to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 4,180 kilometers (2,597 miles / 2,257 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 Greenland with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:10 in Narsarsuaq, it's 18:10 in Calgary. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,445 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Narsarsuaq Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Narsarsuaq (UAK) follows a heading of 47° (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 Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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