Departing Cruise Ship Passengers

USA/International Departures:

Departing cruise ship passengers are encouraged to leave ample time for check-in to allow for smooth transit through YVR.

Passengers are encouraged to follow these simple steps for a smooth travel process:

3 hours before departure, complete US Customs Declaration card, check-in at YVR and proceed through security & US Customs Border inspection.
2 hours before departure, pickup your duty-free, souvenir and food items.
1 hour before departure, proceed to your gate and relax before the flight home.

Departing cruise ship passengers are encouraged to leave ample time to check-in to allow for smooth transit through YVR.

Passengers are encouraged to follow these simple steps for a smooth travel process:

2 Hours before Canadian Departure, check-in at YVR and proceed through security. Time to shop, pick up any food items and share memories of your cruise.
1 Hour before Canadian Departure, proceed to your gate and relax before the flight home.

Have your travel documents and photo identification handy when checking in at one of our self-serve kiosks or airline counters.

Pack smart and fly secure; finds tips for carry-on and checked baggage and find answers to your security questions here.

YVR has more than 160 shops and services both before and after security.

Make the Most of your YVR experience:

Before security, check out YVR’s Public Observation Area to see a busy airport in action. Watch airfield activity up close and keep the family entertained with telescopes, dynamic displays and videos.
Whether it’s Timbits or sushi, your favourite YVR restaurant will pack up your selections to go. Ask for Food on the FlyTM.
Still need to mail those post cards? Pop down to Canada Post located in YVR’s 7-Eleven, Domestic Terminal, Level 1, for stamps, envelopes and shipping supplies.
If you need to store your bags for a few hours, you can do so at CDS Baggage Services located in the International Terminal Building, Level 2, or in the Domestic Terminal, Level 2.
Take an art & architecture, family fun or sustainability self-guided tour, and learn about some of the features that make Vancouver International Airport unique.