SYA
Shemya
United States
4,271 km
2,654 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
4,271 km
2,654 mi / 2,306 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Adak
Heading
69°
east northeast

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SYA YVR
Airport Name Eareckson Air Station Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code SYA YVR
ICAO Code PASY CYVR
City Shemya Richmond
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Adak America/Vancouver
Elevation 98 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 52.700000, 174.100000 49.190000, -123.180000

Shemya (SYA) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 4,271 kilometers (2,654 miles / 2,306 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 05:43 in Shemya, it's 07:43 in Richmond.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Shemya (SYA) follows a heading of 300° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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