Airport Comparison
| SFO | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | YVR |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | CYVR |
| City | San Francisco | Richmond |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,288 kilometers (800 miles / 696 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 357°.
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 21:51 in San Francisco, it's 21:51 in Richmond.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 177° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.