Airport Comparison
| SJJ | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sarajevo International Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJJ | YYC |
| ICAO Code | LQSA | CYYC |
| City | Sarajevo | Calgary |
| Country | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 1,708 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.820000, 18.330000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
Sarajevo (SJJ) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 8,504 kilometers (5,284 miles / 4,592 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 Bosnia and Herzegovina with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:50 in Sarajevo, it's 08:50 in Calgary. With a 8-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 1,849 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Sarajevo International Airport.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Sarajevo (SJJ) follows a heading of 33° (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 Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.