The flight distance from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) in Medina, Saudi Arabia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 11,642 kilometers (7,234 miles / 6,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

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 Saudi Arabia 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 05:05 in Medina, it's 18:05 in Richmond. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,137 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Medina (MED) follows a heading of 16° (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 Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.