FKI
Kisangani
DR Congo
13,725 km
8,529 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
13,725 km
8,529 mi / 7,411 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Africa/Lubumbashi
Heading
336°
north northwest

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FKI YVR
Airport Name Bangoka International Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code FKI YVR
ICAO Code FZIC CYVR
City Kisangani Richmond
Country DR Congo Canada
Timezone Africa/Lubumbashi America/Vancouver
Elevation 1,417 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 0.480000, 25.340000 49.190000, -123.180000

Kisangani (FKI) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangoka International Airport (FKI) in Kisangani, DR Congo to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 13,725 kilometers (8,529 miles / 7,411 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 DR Congo 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 15:40 in Kisangani, it's 05:40 in Richmond. With a 10-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 1,403 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Bangoka International Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Kisangani (FKI) follows a heading of 39° (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 Bangoka International Airport (FKI) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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