The flight distance from Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada to Zinder Airport (ZND) in Zinder, Niger is 10,946 kilometers (6,801 miles / 5,910 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 Niger. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:03 in Calgary, it's 07:03 in Zinder. With a 8-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 2,041 feet between the two airports. Zinder Airport sits lower than Calgary International Airport.

The return flight from Zinder (ZND) to Calgary (YYC) follows a heading of 328° (north 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 Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Zinder Airport (ZND) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.