Airport Comparison
| RKS | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKS | YVR |
| ICAO Code | KRKS | CYVR |
| City | Rock Springs | Richmond |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 6,765 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.590000, -109.070000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
Rock Springs (RKS) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,385 kilometers (861 miles / 748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 14:25 in Rock Springs, it's 13:25 in Richmond.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,751 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 122° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.