The flight distance from Masvingo International Airport (MVZ) in Masvingo, Zimbabwe to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 16,040 kilometers (9,967 miles / 8,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:38 in Masvingo, it's 02:38 in Richmond. With a 9-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 3,581 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Masvingo International Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Masvingo (MVZ) follows a heading of 45° (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 Masvingo International Airport (MVZ) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.