The flight distance from Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada to Bowen Airport (ZBO) in Bowen Airport, Australia is 12,259 kilometers (7,618 miles / 6,619 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:11 in Calgary, it's 16:11 in Bowen Airport. With a 17-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 3,549 feet between the two airports. Bowen Airport sits lower than Calgary International Airport.

The return flight from Bowen Airport (ZBO) to Calgary (YYC) follows a heading of 42° (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 Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Bowen Airport (ZBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.