The flight distance from Thakhek Airport (THK) in Thakhek, Laos to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 11,512 kilometers (7,153 miles / 6,216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Laos 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 20:06 in Thakhek, it's 06:06 in Calgary. With a 14-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 3,108 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Thakhek Airport.

The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Thakhek (THK) follows a heading of 322° (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 Thakhek Airport (THK) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.