The flight distance from Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) in Luang Namtha, Laos to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 11,056 kilometers (6,870 miles / 5,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.

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 Laos 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 05:59 in Luang Namtha, it's 14:59 in Richmond. With a 15-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 1,954 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Luang Namtha Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Luang Namtha (LXG) follows a heading of 318° (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 Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.