MSY
New Orleans
United States
3,492 km
2,170 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
3,492 km
2,170 mi / 1,886 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Chicago
Heading
317°
northwest

Airport Comparison

MSY YVR
Airport Name Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code MSY YVR
ICAO Code KMSY CYVR
City New Orleans Richmond
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Vancouver
Elevation 4 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 29.990000, -90.260000 49.190000, -123.180000

New Orleans (MSY) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) in New Orleans, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 3,492 kilometers (2,170 miles / 1,886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:17 in New Orleans, it's 13:17 in Richmond.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to New Orleans (MSY) follows a heading of 115° (east 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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