KTW
Katowice
Poland
8,366 km
5,198 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
8,366 km
5,198 mi / 4,517 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/Warsaw
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KTW YVR
Airport Name Katowice International Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code KTW YVR
ICAO Code EPKT CYVR
City Katowice Richmond
Country Poland Canada
Timezone Europe/Warsaw America/Vancouver
Elevation 995 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 50.470000, 19.080000 49.190000, -123.180000

Katowice (KTW) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Katowice International Airport (KTW) in Katowice, Poland to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 8,366 kilometers (5,198 miles / 4,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:22 in Katowice, it's 11:22 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.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Katowice (KTW) follows a heading of 24° (north 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 Katowice International Airport (KTW) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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