The flight distance from Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 14,237 kilometers (8,846 miles / 7,687 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:34 in Christmas Island, it's 04:34 in Calgary. With a 14-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 2,641 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Christmas Island Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Christmas Island (XCH) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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