THU
Thule
Greenland
3,832 km
2,381 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
3,832 km
2,381 mi / 2,069 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Thule
Heading
250°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

THU YVR
Airport Name Thule Air Base Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code THU YVR
ICAO Code BGTL CYVR
City Thule Richmond
Country Greenland Canada
Timezone America/Thule America/Vancouver
Elevation 251 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 76.530000, -68.700000 49.190000, -123.180000

Thule (THU) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 3,832 kilometers (2,381 miles / 2,069 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greenland with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:54 in Thule, it's 04:54 in Richmond. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Thule (THU) follows a heading of 20° (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 Thule Air Base (THU) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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