The flight distance from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) in Sumbawa Island, Indonesia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 12,833 kilometers (7,974 miles / 6,930 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 Indonesia with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:40 in Sumbawa Island, it's 21:40 in Richmond. With a 16-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 Sumbawa Island (SWQ) follows a heading of 287° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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