The flight distance from Wollongong Airport (WOL) in Wollongong Airport, Australia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 12,574 kilometers (7,813 miles / 6,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Australia 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 10:32 in Wollongong Airport, it's 15:32 in Richmond. With a 19-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 Wollongong Airport (WOL) follows a heading of 243° (west 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 Wollongong Airport (WOL) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.