The flight distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada to Sarmi Airport (ZRM) in Sarmi-Papua Island, Indonesia is 10,751 kilometers (6,680 miles / 5,805 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 Indonesia. 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 13:15 in Richmond, it's 05:15 in Sarmi-Papua Island. With a 16-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 Sarmi-Papua Island (ZRM) to Richmond (YVR) follows a heading of 41° (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 Sarmi Airport (ZRM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.