Airport Comparison
| MCV | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | McArthur River Mine Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCV | YVR |
| ICAO Code | YMHU | CYVR |
| City | McArthur River Mine | Richmond |
| Country | Australia | Canada |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 131 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.440000, 136.080000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
McArthur River Mine (MCV) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) in McArthur River Mine, Australia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 12,157 kilometers (7,554 miles / 6,564 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
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 Australia with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:57 in McArthur River Mine, it's 06:27 in Richmond. With a 17.5-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 McArthur River Mine (MCV) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.