The flight distance from Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) in Sainte Marie Airport, Madagascar to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 16,390 kilometers (10,184 miles / 8,850 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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 Madagascar 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 16:42 in Sainte Marie Airport, it's 06:42 in Richmond. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) follows a heading of 12° (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 Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.