JFR
Paamiut
Greenland
3,939 km
2,448 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
3,939 km
2,448 mi / 2,127 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Nuuk
Heading
282°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

JFR YYC
Airport Name Paamiut Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code JFR YYC
ICAO Code BGPT CYYC
City Paamiut Calgary
Country Greenland Canada
Timezone America/Nuuk America/Edmonton
Elevation 120 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 62.010000, -49.670000 51.110000, -114.020000

Paamiut (JFR) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Paamiut Airport (JFR) in Paamiut, Greenland to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 3,939 kilometers (2,448 miles / 2,127 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greenland with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:43 in Paamiut, it's 04:43 in Calgary. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,437 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Paamiut Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Paamiut (JFR) follows a heading of 47° (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 Paamiut Airport (JFR) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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