GLF
Golfito
Costa Rica
5,838 km
3,627 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
5,838 km
3,627 mi / 3,152 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GLF YVR
Airport Name Golfito Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code GLF YVR
ICAO Code MRGF CYVR
City Golfito Richmond
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Vancouver
Elevation 49 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 8.650000, -83.180000 49.190000, -123.180000

Golfito (GLF) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golfito Airport (GLF) in Golfito, Costa Rica to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 5,838 kilometers (3,627 miles / 3,152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Costa Rica with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:06 in Golfito, it's 01:06 in Richmond.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Golfito (GLF) follows a heading of 127° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Golfito Airport (GLF) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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