The flight distance from Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) in Xieng Khouang, Laos to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 11,118 kilometers (6,908 miles / 6,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Laos 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 04:03 in Xieng Khouang, it's 13:03 in Richmond. With a 15-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 3,431 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Xieng Khouang Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Xieng Khouang (XKH) follows a heading of 316° (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 Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.