Airport Comparison
| ULN | YVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport | Vancouver International Airport |
| IATA Code | ULN | YVR |
| ICAO Code | ZMUB | CYVR |
| City | Ulan Bator | Richmond |
| Country | Mongolia | Canada |
| Timezone | Asia/Ulaanbaatar | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 4,364 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.840000, 106.770000 | 49.190000, -123.180000 |
Ulan Bator (ULN) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport (ULN) in Ulan Bator, Mongolia to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 8,207 kilometers (5,100 miles / 4,432 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 Mongolia 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 07:47 in Ulan Bator, it's 15:47 in Richmond. With a 16-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 4,350 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Ulan Bator (ULN) follows a heading of 328° (north 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 Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport (ULN) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.