The flight distance from Madurai Airport (IXM) in Madurai, India to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 13,131 kilometers (8,159 miles / 7,090 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

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 India 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 04:23 in Madurai, it's 14:53 in Richmond. With a 13.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Madurai (IXM) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Madurai Airport (IXM) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.