The flight distance from Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 16,325 kilometers (10,144 miles / 8,815 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 South Africa 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 23:37 in Potgietersrus, it's 14:37 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 4,062 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Polokwane International Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Potgietersrus (PTG) follows a heading of 50° (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 Polokwane International Airport (PTG) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.