Airport Comparison
| YXY | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | YXY | YYC |
| ICAO Code | CYXY | CYYC |
| City | Whitehorse | Calgary |
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Whitehorse | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 2,317 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | 60.710000, -135.070000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
Whitehorse (YXY) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) in Whitehorse, Canada to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 1,678 kilometers (1,043 miles / 906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.
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 a domestic route within Canada. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 07:36 in Whitehorse, it's 07:36 in Calgary.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,240 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits higher than Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Whitehorse (YXY) follows a heading of 318° (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 Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.