The flight distance from Lukulu Airport (LXU) in Lukulu, Zambia to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 14,432 kilometers (8,967 miles / 7,792 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Zambia 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 20:52 in Lukulu, it's 11:52 in Calgary. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Lukulu (LXU) follows a heading of 59° (east 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 Lukulu Airport (LXU) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.