RIS
Rishiri
Japan
7,106 km
4,416 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
7,106 km
4,416 mi / 3,837 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
43°
northeast

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RIS YYC
Airport Name Rishiri Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code RIS YYC
ICAO Code RJER CYYC
City Rishiri Calgary
Country Japan Canada
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Edmonton
Elevation 112 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 45.240000, 141.190000 51.110000, -114.020000

Rishiri (RIS) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rishiri Airport (RIS) in Rishiri, Japan to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 7,106 kilometers (4,416 miles / 3,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:20 in Rishiri, it's 15:20 in Calgary. With a 16-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 3,445 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Rishiri Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Rishiri (RIS) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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