The flight distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada to Zahedan International Airport (ZAH) in Zahedan, Iran is 11,258 kilometers (6,995 miles / 6,079 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:38 in Richmond, it's 07:08 in Zahedan. With a 10.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,550 feet between the two airports. Zahedan International Airport sits higher than Vancouver International Airport.

The return flight from Zahedan (ZAH) to Richmond (YVR) follows a heading of 3° (north). 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 Zahedan International Airport (ZAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.