Airport Comparison
| RIW | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Central Wyoming Regional Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | RIW | YVR |
| ICAO Code | KRIW | CYVR |
| City | Riverton | Richmond |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 5,516 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.060000, -108.460000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
Riverton (RIW) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) in Riverton, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,320 kilometers (820 miles / 713 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:18 in Riverton, it's 06:18 in Richmond.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,502 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Central Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Riverton (RIW) follows a heading of 116° (east 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 Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.