FAO
Faro
Portugal
7,865 km
4,887 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
7,865 km
4,887 mi / 4,247 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
320°
northwest

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FAO YYC
Airport Name Faro Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code FAO YYC
ICAO Code LPFR CYYC
City Faro Calgary
Country Portugal Canada
Timezone Europe/Lisbon America/Edmonton
Elevation 24 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 37.010000, -7.970000 51.110000, -114.020000

Faro (FAO) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faro Airport (FAO) in Faro, Portugal to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 7,865 kilometers (4,887 miles / 4,247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:36 in Faro, it's 23:36 in Calgary. With a 7-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 3,533 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Faro Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Faro (FAO) follows a heading of 54° (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 Faro Airport (FAO) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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