Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

International arrivals follow a structured path through border control, baggage collection, and customs before entering the public arrival hall.

• Follow signage along the arrival walkways to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) processing area.
• Complete your entry declaration using a Primary Inspection Kiosk or pre-submit via the ArriveCAN service.
• Present your passport and travel documents to a CBSA officer for entry clearance.
• Collect your checked baggage from the designated luggage carousels in the baggage hall.
• Pass through the customs checkpoint before exiting into the public international arrivals area.

• Zug

  SkyTrain (Canada Line)

  Direct rapid transit rail service connecting YVR directly to central Vancouver stations, including City Centre and Waterfront.

  Dauer:

  roughly 25-30 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically CAD $10-15

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Licensed taxis operate from set zone fares to downtown Vancouver, available at curbside stands outside arrivals.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically CAD $35-45

• Fahrdienste

  Rideshare

  App-based services operate with designated pick-up areas located outside the terminal building.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically CAD $35-50

• Mietwagen

  Car Rental

  Rental desks are located on the ground floor of the main parkade structure adjacent to the main terminal.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes to downtown

  Typische Kosten:

  varies by provider

Transferring passengers must clear border controls when entering Canada from an international flight.

• International-to-domestic transfers require clearing immigration and collecting checked bags before re-checking them for the onward domestic flight.
• US-bound transfer passengers clear US Customs and Border Protection preclearance within YVR prior to boarding.
• Transfers to the South Terminal require taking a dedicated shuttle bus from outside the Main Terminal.

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is accessible throughout all public and gate areas of the airport.

• Select the public Wi-Fi network named 'www.yvr.ca' on your device.
• Accept the terms on the splash screen to establish a connection.
• No user registration or personal identification is required.

Canadian Dollars (CAD) are the standard currency. Electronic card payments are widely accepted throughout the airport and city.

• Automated teller machines (ATMs) supporting major international card networks are positioned across both terminals.
• Currency exchange counters are available in both pre-security and post-security international areas.
• Contactless debit and major credit cards are universally accepted for public transport and retail.

A broad range of dining choices is available both before and after security checkpoints.

• The food court and casual dining outlets operate across international and domestic terminal sectors.
• Options include quick-service establishments, coffee shops, and full-service sit-down restaurants.
• Operating hours vary, but select core beverage and food options remain available for late-night arrivals.

Airline lounges and independent pay-per-use lounges are available in the departures corridors.

• Plaza Premium operates pay-per-use lounges in domestic, transborder, and international departure zones.
• Major airline alliance lounges are accessible based on class of travel or frequent flyer status.
• Access can typically be purchased at the door, subject to lounge capacity limits.

Accommodation is available directly at the airport complex, alongside options nearby in Richmond.

• The Fairmont Vancouver Airport hotel is located inside the terminal directly above the US departures area.
• Numerous off-site hotels in the vicinity of Richmond provide complimentary shuttle transport to and from YVR.
• Hotel reservation boards and courtesy phone facilities are located in the arrivals hall.

Baggage facilities include left luggage storage and standard lost property services.

• Left luggage and short-term storage facilities are available in the public pre-security area.
• Porters are available to assist with luggage handling for a standard per-bag fee.
• Inquiries regarding lost checked luggage should be directed to your operating airline's baggage desk.

Facilities for travelling families are integrated throughout the terminal infrastructure.

• Dedicated nursing rooms and baby changing facilities are situated near most main restroom blocks.
• Children's play areas are located post-security in the departures concourses.
• Stroller-accessible elevators and wide corridors operate throughout all floors.

• Free Airport Wi-Fi
• Left Luggage Storage
• Currency Exchange Counters
• Automated Teller Machines
• Interfaith Sanctuary
• Nursing Facilities
• On-Site Hotel
• Direct Rail Connection

Lokale Notrufnummer: 911

• For medical or security emergencies within the terminal, dial 911 or alert any uniformed airport staff member.
• First aid stations and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are located throughout the terminal.
• If you lose your passport, contact your country's local consulate or embassy in Vancouver after informing airport security.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Vancouver International Airport Official PortalOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship CanadaRegierungsquelle
• Canada Border Services AgencyRegierungsquelle
• TransLink Public Transit NetworkOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe