Airport Comparison
| KAN | YUL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mallam Aminu International Airport | Montréal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport |
| IATA Code | KAN | YUL |
| ICAO Code | DNKN | CYUL |
| City | Kano | Dorval |
| Country | Nigeria | Canada |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 1,562 ft | 118 ft |
| Coordinates | 12.050000, 8.520000 | 45.470000, -73.740000 |
Kano (KAN) to Dorval (YUL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Montréal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) in Dorval, Canada is 8,456 kilometers (5,254 miles / 4,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 Nigeria 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 15:30 in Kano, it's 09:30 in Dorval. With a 6-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 1,444 feet between the two airports. Montréal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport sits lower than Mallam Aminu International Airport.
The return flight from Dorval (YUL) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 87° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) and Montréal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.