SFM
Sanford
United States
4,000 km
2,486 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
4,000 km
2,486 mi / 2,160 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
298°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

SFM YVR
Airport Name Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code SFM YVR
ICAO Code KSFM CYVR
City Sanford Richmond
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Vancouver
Elevation 244 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 43.390000, -70.710000 49.190000, -123.180000

Sanford (SFM) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport (SFM) in Sanford, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 4,000 kilometers (2,486 miles / 2,160 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:44 in Sanford, it's 08:44 in Richmond. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Sanford (SFM) follows a heading of 79° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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