NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
3,854 km
2,395 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
3,854 km
2,395 mi / 2,081 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Thule
Heading
248°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

NAQ YVR
Airport Name Qaanaaq Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code NAQ YVR
ICAO Code BGQQ CYVR
City Qaanaaq Richmond
Country Greenland Canada
Timezone America/Thule America/Vancouver
Elevation 51 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 77.490000, -69.390000 49.190000, -123.180000

Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 3,854 kilometers (2,395 miles / 2,081 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greenland with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:05 in Qaanaaq, it's 08:05 in Richmond. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) follows a heading of 18° (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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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