At YVR, we recognize that the travel experience looks different today and that, for many people, it may be their first time at the airport in a while. As we welcome back more passengers and begin to re-open services, we’re encouraging travellers to be prepared and to be patient. To help you travel with ease, we've rounded up some our our top tips for travelling through YVR.
- Ensure you understand the travel requirements of where you’re going and what you’ll need upon your return. This could include travel visas or vaccine/testing documentation.
- Confirm your travel details in advance. Days before your trip, confirm your reservations with your airline, determine baggage specifications and what your airline offers in the way of onboard service.
- For a more touchless and environmentally-friendly experience, check-in online and download your boarding pass to your phone.
- When packing, remember that restrictions continue to apply for liquids, gels and aerosols in carry-on baggage. Did you know, at this time, a passenger can carry one bottle of liquid sanitizer containing up to 355 mL in carry-on luggage and does not need to be included in the 1L resealable bag. Learn more about what you can pack in your carry-on here.
- If you are driving to YVR, have a parking plan and pre-book your parking at yvr.ca/parking. The Canada Line can also deliver you to the terminal doors in 30 minutes or less from Downtown Vancouver.
- Masks continue to be mandatory within the airport and onboard your flight. Don’t forget to bring yours with you.
- If you’re arriving at YVR from an international destination, pre-book your arrivals COVID test here and ensure you download the ArriveCAN app. Here you will submit your COVID-19 information which includes testing, vaccination details and photo proof of vaccination.
- And finally, if you’re in the terminal and need assistance, find our customer care team behind one of the information counters or call us any time at 604.207.7077.
For more information on travelling through YVR, please visit yvr.ca/ready.