Airport Comparison
| SJJ | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sarajevo International Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | SJJ | YVR |
| ICAO Code | LQSA | CYVR |
| City | Sarajevo | Richmond |
| Country | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 1,708 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.820000, 18.330000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
Sarajevo (SJJ) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 9,016 kilometers (5,602 miles / 4,868 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 Bosnia and Herzegovina with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:32 in Sarajevo, it's 01:32 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 1,694 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Sarajevo International Airport.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Sarajevo (SJJ) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.