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Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

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Sea Island, Richmond

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Starskreem TAugust 31, 2016
A really clean and well kept airport. Ignore the lounges and look for the calm seating area by the pond. The free wifi is decent too. Restaurants past check in are unfounded a refurb at the moment.
Paul BruggerJune 10, 2013
Tweet @FlightStatus with your flight number and get real-time flight updates via Twitter. Remember to "like" this tip :) please.
Tim WrayMay 5, 2012
YVR - Gateway to Vancouver Real Estate! Call "Tim Wray" on (604) 781-5692 or go to "www.timwray.ca" to discuss purchasing your slice of the Vancouver dream!
Josh MartinApril 26, 2019
Avoid the huge line to the taxi and take the train instead. Super easy to use with Apple Pay—no need for a ticket/card.
Julia LuJanuary 5, 2019
International terminal has comfy chairs to sleep in if your flight gets delayed.
Angelina KhooMarch 3, 2012
If u r sleeping here overnight the USA departure terminal is the most comfortable and u can use the showers at the fairmont hotel for $10
Meg FarmerJuly 7, 2015
One of the cleaner, more modern airports I've been to, free wifi also helps.
Moe ShehataFebruary 11, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Nice, clean, big airport. Lots of nice hidden places no one knows off 😉
Mat BrownAugust 18, 2016
Check out the SkyTrain for a ride to the city that is both slower and more expensive than a cab.
Deborah SoOctober 13, 2011
Been here 25+ times
You can go 100% paperless here! Scan your Itinerary QR code to the check-in. They email or text your boarding pass to you. Show the attendants your mobile and they scan it there.
Wincy WooJuly 23, 2013
WestJet people are amazing here! Thanks for helping me get me on the next available flight. Such great friendly service!
Toria LSeptember 1, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Beautiful airport. Free WiFi. Good selection of food. Too bad most shops close at 8pm.
Frederik VerleyeOctober 6, 2015
A modern and efficient airport surrounded by spectacular views
Timothy RobertsMarch 25, 2013
Beautiful airport! The local attached hotel had awesome pool and amenities. Only 26$ for use
Alex DobyanDecember 18, 2017
It's a beautiful airport and certainly impressive upon arrival - but I found there wasn't that much to write home about for an airport of its size during a wait for a flight.
Scott XSeptember 18, 2014
Been here 5+ times
One of my favourite airports. It's decently big but well laid out
Andrew WDecember 23, 2012
Been here 10+ times
NEXUS is your best friend here - US transborder customs in 5 minutes or less. Security in 3 minutes or less (you skip the entire line)
Dolores A.October 28, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Free wifi has always been the norm at airports. However YVR had it early. If your airport durst have free wifi. Speak up.
Dale MaclarenMarch 10, 2014
Go to 7-11 and buy a Fairsaver book of 10 tickets and save the $5 Airport fee if taking public transit!
Basem SalaymehJune 23, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Lovely amazing airport got almost everything
Betty McPhersonApril 5, 2014
If heading downtown take the sky train...super easy, quick and cheaper than a taxi!
JessicaMarch 12, 2015
Been here 25+ times
They're voted best in North America for 6 straight years in a row. They always have clean bathrooms
John EdwardJanuary 7, 2014
Friendly, free wi-fi and easy to navigate what more would you want in an airport.
PurdeyAugust 15, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Click for last minute food deals http://www.yvr.ca/en/shopping-dining-services/special-offers.aspx FYI: YVR's Food on the Fly available @ any YVR restaurant. Food's packaged in travel-friendly bag.
francis fontanillaJune 29, 2012
Free wi fi! Only in YVR. I've been through different airports in the US and none can beat YVR on this. Not even Japan has free wi fi.
Danielle AdamsMay 15, 2016
Try the Vietnamese food US Flight's terminal. Veggie roll is great!
MitchOctober 29, 2019
Really cool airport with US customs built into it. Free wifi.
Y SJanuary 10, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Gateway to Whistler, and Vancouver area. Great airport.
@JaumePrimeroSeptember 4, 2013
Free wifi! Whoever said there is no such thing as a free ride was full of it. Way to lead by example YVR!
Justin BertramJanuary 24, 2014
20 minutes to check-in, go though security, and get checked by US CBP. Great and speedy work, YVR.
Bijan YoungAugust 15, 2017
Well organised on way out. Daft approach in passport control by machine. Decent selection of shops.
citieguyFebruary 3, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Smoked salmon on toasted bagel at Skyway Sandwiches & salads in the US terminal is a great way to start a trip. Cheap, healthy, and tasty.
Ellard ChuaNovember 26, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Never arrive YVR at noon-1pm. Its like 15 flights landing at almost the same time. Lining up for immigration is like lining up for Space Mountain in Disneyland. 90 minutes at best #worstlineever
F.R. KApril 30, 2015
You get of the plane and you feel like in a tropical jungle 👍👍
Jason BrackmanJune 27, 2011
Been here 25+ times
If you are just coming inti Vancouver and have an iPhone, you may like the free iPhone app 'Dirty Spoon!'. It reveals health region reviews for any place serving food in Vancouver.
Nimajneb RussoMarch 8, 2012
wifi is free only at the airport but not on Fairmont Hotel.if you're travelling light you may keep the blankets and small pillows from your flights just in case you're next flight get cancelled
Mindy KarukApril 17, 2013
Construction going on to improve airport, you may be without a Tim Horten's at your gate and will have to walk to the other side
Jazzie ChanelDecember 8, 2018
Such a beautiful airport. Customs moves quick
Roam MobilityApril 17, 2012
Heading to the US? Pick up a Roam Mobility SIM card or phone at iStore. Unlimited talk and text for just $3/day. Located in the domestic terminal of YVR.
KoreankitkatSeptember 3, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Make sure to bring some ice when home
Josh FerraraSeptember 6, 2013
Easily the best international customs interaction I've ever experienced! So effortless.
osbornationDecember 18, 2016
Been here 100+ times
best airport on the continent by far.. EXCEPT worst baggage handlers perhaps in the world. average wait for luggage is 30+ minutes. i imagine the baggage handlers strive for YVR to fail. seems so.
Eric de KokFebruary 25, 2013
They have new automated customs kiosks. Scan your Canadian passport or PR card , insert the claim card and away you go. Very slick.
Chung LFebruary 19, 2012
Been here 50+ times
If you plan to pack a bottle of wine in your check in bag, make sure it's in a sealed bag and wrapped with layers of towel!
Brad MaysAugust 29, 2013
They've opened up a couple more restaurants, so you have more options beyond the Starbucks pastry case.
Mazzy MDecember 15, 2019
Been here 25+ times
Love this place. Cute and stuff
Fatima BeattyDecember 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Passbook is the way to go for e-boarding paases. Going green is super easy!
Moe DexlerDecember 15, 2016
Everything moves slowly here. If I didn't know better, I would have thought I was in Miami, FL.
Yolis GarzaJanuary 21, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Take the sky train to Vancouver City center and easy arrive to Robson street
RachelAugust 12, 2013
From Canada to America - have your border security info all ready as you go through US Customs before getting on the plane!

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