IWJ
Masuda
Japan
8,124 km
5,048 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
8,124 km
5,048 mi / 4,387 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-17h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
41°
northeast

Airport Comparison

IWJ YVR
Airport Name Iwami Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code IWJ YVR
ICAO Code RJOW CYVR
City Masuda Richmond
Country Japan Canada
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Vancouver
Elevation 184 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 34.680000, 131.790000 49.190000, -123.180000

Masuda (IWJ) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Iwami Airport (IWJ) in Masuda, Japan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 8,124 kilometers (5,048 miles / 4,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:18 in Masuda, it's 00:18 in Richmond. With a 17-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 Masuda (IWJ) follows a heading of 304° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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