Airport Comparison
| BLU | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLU | YVR |
| ICAO Code | KBLU | CYVR |
| City | Emigrant Gap | Richmond |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 5,284 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.270000, -120.710000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
Emigrant Gap (BLU) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) in Emigrant Gap, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,120 kilometers (696 miles / 605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:11 in Emigrant Gap, it's 13:11 in Richmond.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,270 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Emigrant Gap (BLU) follows a heading of 169° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.