RIK
Nicoya
Costa Rica
5,590 km
3,473 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
5,590 km
3,473 mi / 3,018 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

RIK YVR
Airport Name Carrillo Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code RIK YVR
ICAO Code MRCR CYVR
City Nicoya Richmond
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Vancouver
Elevation 6 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 9.870000, -85.480000 49.190000, -123.180000

Nicoya (RIK) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Carrillo Airport (RIK) in Nicoya, Costa Rica to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 5,590 kilometers (3,473 miles / 3,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 Costa Rica with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:34 in Nicoya, it's 16:34 in Richmond.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Nicoya (RIK) follows a heading of 128° (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 Carrillo Airport (RIK) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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