SFJ
Kangerlussuaq
Greenland
3,808 km
2,366 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
3,808 km
2,366 mi / 2,056 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Nuuk
Heading
275°
west

Airport Comparison

SFJ YYC
Airport Name Kangerlussuaq Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code SFJ YYC
ICAO Code BGSF CYYC
City Kangerlussuaq Calgary
Country Greenland Canada
Timezone America/Nuuk America/Edmonton
Elevation 165 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 67.010000, -50.710000 51.110000, -114.020000

Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 3,808 kilometers (2,366 miles / 2,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 14:45 in Kangerlussuaq, it's 09:45 in Calgary. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,392 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Kangerlussuaq Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) follows a heading of 38° (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 Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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