Airport Comparison
Alert (YLT) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alert Airport (YLT) in Alert, Canada to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 4,186 kilometers (2,601 miles / 2,260 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.
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 a domestic route within Canada. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 11:27 in Alert, it's 08:27 in Richmond. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Alert (YLT) follows a heading of 11° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Alert Airport (YLT) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.