OLU
Columbus
United States
2,182 km
1,356 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
2,182 km
1,356 mi / 1,178 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Chicago
Heading
302°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

OLU YVR
Airport Name Columbus Municipal Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code OLU YVR
ICAO Code KOLU CYVR
City Columbus Richmond
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Vancouver
Elevation 1,447 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 41.450000, -97.340000 49.190000, -123.180000

Columbus (OLU) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Columbus Municipal Airport (OLU) in Columbus, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 2,182 kilometers (1,356 miles / 1,178 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 19:30 in Columbus, it's 17:30 in Richmond.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,433 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Columbus Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Columbus (OLU) follows a heading of 103° (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 Columbus Municipal Airport (OLU) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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