BKU
Betioky
Madagascar
16,983 km
10,553 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
16,983 km
10,553 mi / 9,170 nm
Est. Flight Time
21h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Indian/Antananarivo
Heading
342°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BKU YVR
Airport Name Betioky Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code BKU YVR
ICAO Code FMSV CYVR
City Betioky Richmond
Country Madagascar Canada
Timezone Indian/Antananarivo America/Vancouver
Elevation 919 ft 14 ft
Coordinates -23.730000, 44.390000 49.190000, -123.180000

Betioky (BKU) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Betioky Airport (BKU) in Betioky, Madagascar to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 16,983 kilometers (10,553 miles / 9,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:29 in Betioky, it's 21:29 in Richmond. With a 11-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 Richmond (YVR) to Betioky (BKU) follows a heading of 25° (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 Betioky Airport (BKU) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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