The flight distance from Vanua Balavu Airport (VBV) in Vanua Balavu, Fiji to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 9,202 kilometers (5,718 miles / 4,969 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:21 in Vanua Balavu, it's 18:21 in Richmond. With a 20-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 Vanua Balavu (VBV) follows a heading of 233° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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