SLP
San Luis Potosi
Mexico
3,578 km
2,223 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
3,578 km
2,223 mi / 1,932 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SLP YVR
Airport Name Ponciano Arriaga International Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code SLP YVR
ICAO Code MMSP CYVR
City San Luis Potosi Richmond
Country Mexico Canada
Timezone America/Mexico_City America/Vancouver
Elevation 6,035 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 22.250000, -100.930000 49.190000, -123.180000

San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 3,578 kilometers (2,223 miles / 1,932 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:53 in San Luis Potosi, it's 09:53 in Richmond.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,021 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Ponciano Arriaga International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to San Luis Potosi (SLP) follows a heading of 139° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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