The flight distance from Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) in Selebi Phikwe Airport, Botswana to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 16,067 kilometers (9,984 miles / 8,676 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 Botswana 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 16:28 in Selebi Phikwe Airport, it's 06:28 in Richmond. With a 10-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 2,911 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Selebi Phikwe Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) follows a heading of 51° (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 Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.