POP
Puerto Plata
Dominican Republic
5,670 km
3,523 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
5,670 km
3,523 mi / 3,062 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Santo_Domingo
Heading
318°
northwest

Airport Comparison

POP YVR
Airport Name Gregorio Luperon International Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code POP YVR
ICAO Code MDPP CYVR
City Puerto Plata Richmond
Country Dominican Republic Canada
Timezone America/Santo_Domingo America/Vancouver
Elevation 15 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 19.760000, -70.570000 49.190000, -123.180000

Puerto Plata (POP) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 5,670 kilometers (3,523 miles / 3,062 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:01 in Puerto Plata, it's 20:01 in Richmond. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Puerto Plata (POP) follows a heading of 106° (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 Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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