Airport Comparison
| TUC | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | TUC | YVR |
| ICAO Code | SANT | CYVR |
| City | San Miguel de Tucuman | Richmond |
| Country | Argentina | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Tucuman | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 1,493 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.840000, -65.100000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 10,220 kilometers (6,351 miles / 5,519 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 Argentina 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 19:31 in San Miguel de Tucuman, it's 14:31 in Richmond. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,479 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) follows a heading of 131° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.