YVR
Richmond
Canada
2,444 km
1,519 miles
YYW
Armstrong
Canada
Distance
2,444 km
1,519 mi / 1,320 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Vancouver
Heading
74°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

YVR YYW
Airport Name Vancouver International Airport Armstrong Airport
IATA Code YVR YYW
ICAO Code CYVR CYYW
City Richmond Armstrong
Country Canada Canada
Timezone America/Vancouver America/Toronto
Elevation 14 ft 1,058 ft
Coordinates 49.190000, -123.180000 50.290000, -88.910000

Richmond (YVR) to Armstrong (YYW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada to Armstrong Airport (YYW) in Armstrong, Canada is 2,444 kilometers (1,519 miles / 1,320 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 a domestic route within Canada. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 20:29 in Richmond, it's 23:29 in Armstrong. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,044 feet between the two airports. Armstrong Airport sits higher than Vancouver International Airport.

The return flight from Armstrong (YYW) to Richmond (YVR) follows a heading of 280° (west). 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 Armstrong Airport (YYW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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