The flight distance from Garoua International Airport (GOU) in Garoua, Cameroon to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 11,616 kilometers (7,218 miles / 6,272 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:56 in Garoua, it's 11:56 in Calgary. 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 2,763 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Garoua International Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Garoua (GOU) 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 Garoua International Airport (GOU) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.