FEZ
Fes
Morocco
8,944 km
5,557 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
8,944 km
5,557 mi / 4,829 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Africa/Casablanca
Heading
324°
northwest

Airport Comparison

FEZ YVR
Airport Name Saiss Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code FEZ YVR
ICAO Code GMFF CYVR
City Fes Richmond
Country Morocco Canada
Timezone Africa/Casablanca America/Vancouver
Elevation 1,900 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 33.930000, -4.980000 49.190000, -123.180000

Fes (FEZ) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Saiss Airport (FEZ) in Fes, Morocco to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 8,944 kilometers (5,557 miles / 4,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Morocco 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 17:00 in Fes, it's 08:00 in Richmond. With a 9-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 1,886 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Saiss Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Fes (FEZ) follows a heading of 48° (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 Saiss Airport (FEZ) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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