The flight distance from Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG) in Lightning Ridge Airport, Australia to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 13,045 kilometers (8,106 miles / 7,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:43 in Lightning Ridge Airport, it's 14:43 in Calgary. With a 18-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 3,017 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Lightning Ridge Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG) follows a heading of 256° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.