VLE
Grand Canyon
United States
1,753 km
1,089 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
1,753 km
1,089 mi / 946 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Phoenix
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

VLE YVR
Airport Name Valle Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code VLE YVR
ICAO Code K40G CYVR
City Grand Canyon Richmond
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Vancouver
Elevation 5,999 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 35.650000, -112.150000 49.190000, -123.180000

Grand Canyon (VLE) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Valle Airport (VLE) in Grand Canyon, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,753 kilometers (1,089 miles / 946 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:02 in Grand Canyon, it's 14:02 in Richmond.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,985 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Valle Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Grand Canyon (VLE) follows a heading of 145° (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 Valle Airport (VLE) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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