The flight distance from Samarkand Airport (SKD) in Samarkand, Uzbekistan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 10,081 kilometers (6,264 miles / 5,443 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 Uzbekistan 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 03:50 in Samarkand, it's 14:50 in Richmond. With a 13-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 2,210 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Samarkand Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Samarkand (SKD) follows a heading of 352° (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 Samarkand Airport (SKD) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.