GXQ
Coyhaique
Chile
11,639 km
7,232 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
11,639 km
7,232 mi / 6,285 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Santiago
Heading
328°
north northwest

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GXQ YVR
Airport Name Teniente Vidal Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code GXQ YVR
ICAO Code SCCY CYVR
City Coyhaique Richmond
Country Chile Canada
Timezone America/Santiago America/Vancouver
Elevation 1,020 ft 14 ft
Coordinates -45.590000, -72.110000 49.190000, -123.180000

Coyhaique (GXQ) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Teniente Vidal Airport (GXQ) in Coyhaique, Chile to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 11,639 kilometers (7,232 miles / 6,285 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:56 in Coyhaique, it's 10:56 in Richmond. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,006 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Teniente Vidal Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Coyhaique (GXQ) follows a heading of 146° (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 Teniente Vidal Airport (GXQ) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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