The flight distance from San Rafael Airport (LOB) in Los Andes, Chile to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 10,492 kilometers (6,519 miles / 5,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 Chile with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:00 in Los Andes, it's 23:00 in Richmond. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,447 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than San Rafael Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Los Andes (LOB) follows a heading of 138° (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 San Rafael Airport (LOB) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.