The flight distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada to Smithers Airport (YYD) in Smithers, Canada is 683 kilometers (424 miles / 369 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within Canada. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 03:23 in Richmond, it's 03:23 in Smithers.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,698 feet between the two airports. Smithers Airport sits higher than Vancouver International Airport.

The return flight from Smithers (YYD) to Richmond (YVR) follows a heading of 155° (south 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 Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Smithers Airport (YYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.