Airport Comparison
West Yellowstone (WYS) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Yellowstone Airport (WYS) in West Yellowstone, United States to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 1,042 kilometers (647 miles / 562 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.
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 03:39 in West Yellowstone, it's 02:39 in Richmond.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,635 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Yellowstone Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to West Yellowstone (WYS) follows a heading of 114° (east 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 Yellowstone Airport (WYS) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.