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Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
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"Get the air Canada iPhone app :D and check in on-the-go!"(14 Tips)
"Beautiful airport...one of the most beautiful I've seen & Free wifi!"(76 Tips)
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The vending machines spit out nickels every damn time. Even if it's like two dollars in nickels. What the deuce
Come an hour early, checkin, so you can relax at the gate, give yourself some extra time.
Indie CindyMay 24, 2011Beautiful scenery all across the airport! have a look at the big fish tank after you went through customs!
Kevin James BennettJuly 25, 2011Voyages Bar makes a killer Bloody Mary. The free wi-FI is a nice bonus too.
IanOctober 7, 2010Power plugs are at the bottom of the support columns at the gate seating areas. They even have little laptop symbols indicating it is okay to use.
There's no Delta lounge, but lots of places to wait for your flight.
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AJ MarkezNovember 16, 2014Stop overs here are pretty cool. They got some hot airport workers. Damn!!! :)
Geoff TrimpolJuly 28, 2011Flying Wedge jumbo salads between US and International: healthy, and big enough to share!
Barb BowlesOctober 21, 2011How about...You don't bring your water bottle through the screen line and hold the whole line up!!!
The slowest baggage claim in the history of Airports!!! Make sure to bring a book or a movie it take longer to get your bags then your flight!!!!!0
If you are going down to pier C for your flight make your cell phone calls before you go... Cell signal (with Rogers anyway) is not very good!
Check out the big aquarium in the center of international departures area, after security
Nobody Likes Having Overnight Lay Over Or Waiting Hours For Connection Flights. Check it at Fairmont Hotel -- Vancouver Airport & Make Your Stay More Comfortable.
One of the best Airports in North America. Free Wifi is awesome.
Jodine ChaseMay 9, 2010YVR has fabulous art installations including a full sized version of Bill Reid's iconic sculpture (see the back of the $20)
Brent MatsallaJanuary 16, 2012Gotta open your default browser and click "I Accept" to connect to WiFi :-)
JasonAugust 25, 2012The west jet vip lounge doesnt accomodate Military members, but the Air Canada lounge does...but only if your flying with Air Canada.
Don't try to pack a magic bullet in your carry on Like the lady in front of me did. 😬
Got a long layover? Store your bags downstairs for the day and take the train into the city!
Crazy long waiting at arrivals, this is the biggest problem at Vancouver airport. Waited over 1.5 hours to get pass it and found no suitcases .
Compared to every other airport i've ever been to... I still think ours is the best :P Read more
Several airlines can send an e-boarding pass to your smartphone. Paper-free and you don't have to worry about losing it!
SukiOctober 6, 2013Be prepared to get questioned after almost 20hrs flight.. The customs is so strict and scary here, threatening to send people back to their country if you are not answering their questions clearly.
Head to the Canuck's bar and throw back a few Kokanee's.
Good tip, NEXUS pass can safe you loads of time at security but it closes at 4:30pm.
Nigel DavisJuly 11, 2011Plenty of outlets for last minuet charging. As well as 4 or 5 book stores per area
Daniel TewfikMarch 19, 2013Ever wonder why we have to put our electronics away during takeoff/landing? Find out in this infographic.. Read more
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Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
3211 Grant McConachie Way
Richmond BC V7B 0A4
Canada
Richmond BC V7B 0A4
Canada
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- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(604) 207-7077
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"Best deal in town for Seniors - all zone ticket $1.75 on Sunday - even from airport if you have fare saver ticket."
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"Spacious. Lots of information staff. Friendly."
Raymond Aaron
"A very convenience airport with skytrain connection to the city. But watch out for the non-peak hour skytrain schedule."
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