Airport Comparison
Diavik (DVK) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Diavik Airport (DVK) in Diavik, Canada to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,867 kilometers (1,160 miles / 1,008 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.
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. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 18:27 in Diavik, it's 17:27 in Richmond.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,399 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Diavik Airport.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Diavik (DVK) follows a heading of 19° (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 Diavik Airport (DVK) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.