GPL
Pococi
Costa Rica
5,654 km
3,513 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
5,654 km
3,513 mi / 3,053 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GPL YVR
Airport Name Guapiles Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code GPL YVR
ICAO Code MRGP CYVR
City Pococi Richmond
Country Costa Rica Canada
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Vancouver
Elevation 883 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 10.220000, -83.800000 49.190000, -123.180000

Pococi (GPL) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Guapiles Airport (GPL) in Pococi, Costa Rica to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 5,654 kilometers (3,513 miles / 3,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Costa Rica with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:25 in Pococi, it's 08:25 in Richmond.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Pococi (GPL) follows a heading of 126° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Guapiles Airport (GPL) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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