Real-time flights, transport options, airport tips and more
Vancouver Airport (YVR) serves as a major aviation hub for Vancouver and the surrounding region. This guide provides live flight departures, arrivals, delay statistics, and transport options to help you navigate YVR Airport with ease. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a frequent flyer, find everything you need — from real-time flight boards to traveler tips — all in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Canada Line SkyTrain runs from the airport to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes. A single fare costs $2.70-4.00 CAD plus a $5 CAD YVR AddFare, totaling $7.70-9.00 CAD (~$5.50-6.50 USD). Trains run every 6-8 minutes during the day. Taxis to downtown cost approximately $35-40 CAD with a flat-rate zone fare system.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport with no time limit. YVR is consistently rated one of the best airports in North America, with extensive First Nations art installations throughout the terminals. Multiple airline and independent lounges are available, including the Plaza Premium Lounge. The airport has a wide range of dining and shopping options.
Parkade short-term parking starts at $6.25 CAD/hour with a $43.75 CAD/day maximum. Value Long Term parking is $23 CAD/day with free shuttle service. Jetset parking for extended stays costs $19 CAD/day. Online pre-booking offers lower rates.
Arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international/US departures. US-bound passengers go through US preclearance at YVR, which adds significant processing time. The international terminal can be busy during evening departures to Asia. Summer months (June-August) see the heaviest traffic.
Check the live delay index above for real-time delay statistics at Vancouver Airport, including the percentage of delayed flights and average delay times. Download byAir for push notifications on flight status changes.
