Airport Comparison
| RCU | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Area De Material Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | RCU | YVR |
| ICAO Code | SAOC | CYVR |
| City | Rio Cuarto | Richmond |
| Country | Argentina | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 1,380 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.090000, -64.260000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
Rio Cuarto (RCU) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Area De Material Airport (RCU) in Rio Cuarto, Argentina to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 10,842 kilometers (6,737 miles / 5,854 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 Argentina with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:50 in Rio Cuarto, it's 18:50 in Richmond. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,366 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Area De Material Airport.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Rio Cuarto (RCU) follows a heading of 134° (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 Area De Material Airport (RCU) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.