NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
3,453 km
2,146 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
3,453 km
2,146 mi / 1,865 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Thule
Heading
239°
west southwest

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NAQ YYC
Airport Name Qaanaaq Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code NAQ YYC
ICAO Code BGQQ CYYC
City Qaanaaq Calgary
Country Greenland Canada
Timezone America/Thule America/Edmonton
Elevation 51 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 77.490000, -69.390000 51.110000, -114.020000

Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 3,453 kilometers (2,146 miles / 1,865 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 12:05 in Qaanaaq, it's 09:05 in Calgary. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,506 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Qaanaaq Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) follows a heading of 17° (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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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