The flight distance from Nalchik Airport (NAL) in Nalchik, Russia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 9,628 kilometers (5,982 miles / 5,199 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:19 in Nalchik, it's 17:19 in Richmond. With a 10-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 1,447 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Nalchik Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Nalchik (NAL) follows a heading of 10° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nalchik Airport (NAL) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.