What is the ICAO code for Vancouver International Airport?

The ICAO code for Vancouver International Airport is CYVR.

Where is Vancouver International Airport located?

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is located in Vancouver, Canada.

What time zone is Vancouver International Airport in?

The local time zone at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is America/Vancouver (GMT-7).

How many flights depart from Vancouver International Airport?

About 710 scheduled departures were counted at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) when flight schedules were last measured on July 19, 2026.

How early should I arrive at Vancouver International Airport?

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

Which airlines fly from Vancouver International Airport?

Based on the current departures board at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), scheduled flights are operated by Jazz Aviation, Air Canada, Westjet, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and Air Canada rouge.

Where can you fly nonstop from Vancouver International Airport?

Destinations on the current departures board at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) include Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Seattle, Kamloops, and Victoria.

How can I see live flights at Vancouver International Airport?

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for Vancouver International Airport (YVR). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

YVR Vancouver International Airport

Local time

Updated 3 h ago · 80 departures on the board

06:15
OO3943
Seattle(SEA)
Gate E91
On time
06:20
AC188
Toronto(YYZ)
Gate C44
On time
06:30
9M2750
Kamloops(YKA)
On time
06:30
QK7796
Kamloops(YKA)
Gate C35
On time
06:45
F8822
Edmonton(YEG)
Gate B14
On time
06:45
WS136
Calgary(YYC)
Gate B18
On time
06:45
OO3691
Salt Lake City(SLC)
Gate E85
On time
07:00
UA2322
San Francisco(SFO)
Gate E76
On time
07:00
PD180
Montreal(YHU)
Gate B26
On time
07:00
PD302
Toronto(YYZ)
On time
07:00
QK8145
Victoria(YYJ)
Gate C38
On time
07:20
QK8054
Kamloops(YKA)
Gate C32
On time
07:20
RV2074
Edmonton(YEG)
Gate C42
On time
07:24
OO3987
Seattle(SEA)
Gate E86
On time
07:25
QK8029
Nanaimo(YCD)
Gate C34
On time
07:30
AC302
Montreal(YUL)
Gate C46
On time
07:30
AC102
Toronto(YYZ)
Gate C45
On time
07:30
WS104
Calgary(YYC)
Gate B16
On time
07:45
8P751
Campbell River(YBL)
Gate G1
On time
07:45
8P201
Powell River(YPW)
Gate G3
On time
07:50
F8800
Calgary(YYC)
Gate B22
On time
07:50
F81888
Los Angeles(LAX)
Gate E73
On time
07:50
QK8437
Terrace(YXT)
Gate C37
On time
07:55
QK8171
Smithers(YYD)
Gate C35
On time
08:00
9M2702
Victoria(YYJ)
On time
08:00
RV2018
Calgary(YYC)
Gate C47
On time
08:00
AC562
San Francisco(SFO)
Gate E79
On time
08:00
YB603
Nanaimo(ZNA)
On time
08:00
PD372
Montreal(YUL)
Gate B21
On time
08:05
QX2012
Seattle(SEA)
Gate E87
On time

About YVR Airport

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is British Columbia’s main gateway, with a domestic terminal (South), an international terminal (North), and a dedicated domestic/US terminal at the Centrally connected facilities. It’s a hub for Air Canada, WestJet and Pacific Coastal Airlines, offering frequent services across Canada, the US, Asia and Europe—popular destinations include Toronto, Calgary, Seattle, Tokyo and London. Passengers can use the airport’s online flight board to check arrivals and departures, find ground transport, lounges and customs information.

How do I get to and from Vancouver International Airport?

Vancouver International Airport is served by a mix of options: an airport express rail link connects the terminals with the metropolitan rapid transit network, and frequent regional and city buses serve the airport from Vancouver and surrounding municipalities. Taxis and app-based ride-hailing pick-up areas are clearly signed outside arrivals. On-site car rental facilities and short- and long-term parking are available, with driving access via major highways to downtown and the suburbs.

How do the terminals work at Vancouver International Airport?

YVR has multiple terminal areas grouped by domestic, transborder, and international functions with clear signage. Check-in desks and bag drop are located on the departures levels; international and U.S.-bound flights use dedicated processing zones with passport control and customs. For connections, follow transfer signage and allow time for security and border checks; inter-terminal transfers are walkable or served by internal shuttles and moving walkways.

Tips for flying from Vancouver International Airport

Arrive with extra time for peak periods, especially for international and U.S.-bound flights that require passport control and possible secondary screening. Have travel documents ready and follow liquids and security rules. Expect variable weather and busy travel seasons; allow extra time for parking or ground transport. Use airline apps for gate updates and consider pre‑clearing or express security programs if you travel frequently to reduce wait times.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Vancouver International Airport is YVR.