The flight distance from Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) in Ahmed Al Jaber AB, Kuwait to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 10,938 kilometers (6,796 miles / 5,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

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 Kuwait with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:12 in Ahmed Al Jaber AB, it's 16:12 in Calgary. With a 10-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 3,148 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Ahmed Al Jaber AB (XIJ) follows a heading of 16° (north 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 Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.