SMV
Samedan Airport
Switzerland
7,906 km
4,912 miles
YYC
Calgary
Canada
Distance
7,906 km
4,912 mi / 4,269 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SMV YYC
Airport Name Samedan Airport Calgary International Airport
IATA Code SMV YYC
ICAO Code LSZS CYYC
City N/A Calgary
Country Switzerland Canada
Timezone Europe/Zurich America/Edmonton
Elevation 5,600 ft 3,557 ft
Coordinates 46.530000, 9.880000 51.110000, -114.020000

Samedan Airport (SMV) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Samedan Airport (SMV) in Samedan Airport, Switzerland to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 7,906 kilometers (4,912 miles / 4,269 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 Switzerland 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 10:20 in Samedan Airport, it's 02:20 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 2,043 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits lower than Samedan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Samedan Airport (SMV) follows a heading of 37° (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 Samedan Airport (SMV) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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