The flight distance from Sharurah Airport (SHW) in Sharurah Airport, Saudi Arabia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 12,541 kilometers (7,793 miles / 6,772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:32 in Sharurah Airport, it's 08:32 in Richmond. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,349 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Sharurah Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Sharurah Airport (SHW) follows a heading of 10° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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