The flight distance from Manda Airstrip (LAU) in Lamu, Kenya to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 14,098 kilometers (8,760 miles / 7,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Kenya 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 19:52 in Lamu, it's 09:52 in Calgary. With a 10-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 3,537 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Manda Airstrip.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Lamu (LAU) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Manda Airstrip (LAU) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.