The flight distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada to Sayaboury Airport (ZBY) in Sayaboury, Laos is 11,211 kilometers (6,966 miles / 6,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 Laos. 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 22:20 in Richmond, it's 12:20 in Sayaboury. With a 14-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 1,233 feet between the two airports. Sayaboury Airport sits higher than Vancouver International Airport.

The return flight from Sayaboury (ZBY) to Richmond (YVR) follows a heading of 28° (north 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 Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Sayaboury Airport (ZBY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.