The flight distance from Loyengalani Airport (LOY) in Loyengalani, Kenya to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 13,924 kilometers (8,652 miles / 7,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 Kenya 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 19:56 in Loyengalani, it's 08:56 in Richmond. With a 11-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 1,181 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Loyengalani Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Loyengalani (LOY) follows a heading of 25° (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 Loyengalani Airport (LOY) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.