The flight distance from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) in Sao Luis, Brazil to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 9,427 kilometers (5,858 miles / 5,090 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Brazil 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 22:31 in Sao Luis, it's 17:31 in Richmond. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Sao Luis (SLZ) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.