The flight distance from Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 5,566 kilometers (3,458 miles / 3,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 Costa Rica with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:47 in Nicoya/Guanacate, it's 12:47 in Richmond.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) follows a heading of 128° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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