The flight distance from Pointe Noire Airport (PNR) in Pointe Noire, Congo to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 13,526 kilometers (8,405 miles / 7,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, 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 Congo 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 16:27 in Pointe Noire, it's 07:27 in Richmond. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Pointe Noire (PNR) follows a heading of 56° (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 Pointe Noire Airport (PNR) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.