The flight distance from Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) in Walvis Bay, Namibia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 15,329 kilometers (9,525 miles / 8,277 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:16 in Walvis Bay, it's 07:16 in Richmond. With a 10-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 Walvis Bay (WVB) follows a heading of 67° (east 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 Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.