The flight distance from Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,173 kilometers (729 miles / 633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

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 04:23 in South Lake Tahoe, it's 04:23 in Richmond.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,254 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Lake Tahoe Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) follows a heading of 166° (south 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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.