Travel Planning
Flying this summer? Here is your travel readiness hub to make your journey through YVR as seamless as possible.
Departures
Flying out soon? YVR strongly encourages all travellers flying to arrive at the airport early — at least two hours ahead of domestic flights and at least three hours for U.S. and international. Here are some travel tips to ensure your journey is as seamless as possible. Find your flight and explore your custom journey through our journey tool here.
Before You Arrive
Make sure to confirm reservations with your airline a few days before your trip, including both your flight details and baggage rules.
You can also check-in for your flight online before coming to the airport. This option is available for most airlines 24 hours in advance of your flight's scheduled departure time.
Travel Documents
Is your passport valid? Do you have the right travel documentation for your destination? Be sure that you understand the travel requirements of where you're going and what you'll need upon your return.
Depending on your destination, you may still be required to present proof of a negative COVID test, proof of vaccination status, or other entry requirements. More information about requirements for the U.S. and international travel is available here or through your airline.
Pack Smart
Be sure to follow all Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) baggage requirements. Remember: liquids, gels and aerosols need to be in containers that are less than 100 milliliters and be packaged into one transparent, closed, and resealable plastic bag that is under one litre.
Curb to Sky
Canada Line. YVR Airport Station is centrally located between our International and Domestic Terminals. As you exit the train, turn left for domestic flights or right for US and international flights.
Parking. Have a parking plan and pre-book your spot in our Parkade, JetSet YVR Parking, or Long Term Value lots. Click here to learn more and book your spot. Learn more.
Prep Your Tech
YVR EXPRESS. YVR EXPRESS allows you to schedule a specific time to enter security screening and avoid waiting in line prior to moving through the screening process. Travellers can schedule their time to enter security screening through YVR EXPRESS up to 72 hours ahead of their flight departure time. Schedule your time now.
Mobile Passport Control (U.S. Departures). Mobile Passport Control (MPC) is a new app from US CBP that allows travellers to submit information digitally prior to moving through the border process, helping speed up the departures experience from YVR for those travelling to the U.S.
Arrivals
Welcome to Vancouver! Here is a snapshot of handy tips and tricks to make your arrival process seamless. Find your flight and explore your custom journey through our journey tool here.Arrival Requirements
Mandatory Random Testing is no longer conducted for travellers arriving into Canada from an international destination, and unvaccinated travellers will not be required to quarantine or test upon arrival. Masks are not mandatory in terminal and onboard aircraft. However, masks are recommended.
Prep Your Tech On Arrival
ArriveCAN. For those arriving from an international destination, you can use the ArriveCAN app to submit an advance declaration to save time as you clear Customs & Immigration.
Ground Transportation
Canada Line. YVR Airport Station is centrally located between our International and Domestic Terminals. As you exit the train, turn left for domestic flights or right for US and international flights.
Car Rentals. Car rental facilities are conveniently located just steps from the YVR terminal on the ground floor of the parkade.
Connections
Connection procedures can vary depending on your airline, where you are arriving from and where you are headed. Please check with your airline to learn more about your steps through YVR.
During your layover, we want you to enjoy your time at YVR. We have live local entertainment and displays throughout the terminal. We also have many new culinary options. Learn more.
Live Operations
Learn more in our Operational Snapshot.
Get In Touch
Keep an eye out for our YVR Guest Experience team members or Green Coat volunteers. They are stationed at Information Counters and throughout the terminal and are ready to answer any questions you may have.
Find contact information for your airline here.
Message @yvrairport on social media here.