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YVR serves more than 125 destinations, from rural B.C. to North America, Asia, and beyond. Looking to visit an up-and-coming destination for your next trip? Consider a flight to one of these five spots around the world—no layover necessary. Masset, …

“When I learned Air Canada was starting a direct flight to Manila, I couldn’t stop thinking about how it was going to be,” says Roderick Del Rosario, Service Director at Air Canada. “Everyone knows how much I love going to the Philippines to see my …

When Cathay Pacific’s Boeing 777-300ER outfitted with the airline’s new Gallery in the Skies livery touched down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on Monday, March 9, it marked another milestone in our longstanding partnership. We are …

As Canada’s Pacific gateway to Asia, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is thrilled to partner with Air Canada to connect Vancouver to a new global destination for snow sport enthusiasts, foodies and adventure seekers alike: Sapporo, Japan.This …

Upgrading the North Runway was about more than paving – the North Runway Program strengthened one of YVR’s critical pieces of infrastructure to ensure resilient operations for years to …

Every night at YVR a transformation takes place on the airfield. As the airport shifts from day to nighttime operations, crews move in to carry out critical upgrades as part of the North Runway Program. In our latest episode of the North Runway …

YVR will be hosting an airport-wide exercise tomorrow, October 2nd, that will simulate an emergency scenario. Safety is our number one priority at YVR and holding annual large-scale exercises is one way that we maintain our high emergency response …

Weather is one of the most significant factors when it comes to flight operations. And while our summer weather lasted well into September this year, fall weather is right around the corner, bringing with it increased rain, occasional fog, and …

 At YVR, sustainability is at the heart of how we operate, and we are committed to finding innovative ways to reduce emissions while continuing to provide seamless transportation options for travellers. That’s why we are proud to accept the …

Consultation and collaboration with our community partners is a cornerstone of YVR’s longstanding efforts to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible travel experience for everyone. We are grateful to our community partners who help us …

We are excited to be deploying a first-of-its-kind AI-powered sensor at a key access point to Sea Island to categorize and analyze traffic patterns around the airport.While air travel is at the heart of what we do, the world’s best airports and …

This Autism Awareness Month, we’re proud to celebrate the meaningful work being done through our partnership with the Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) and the inspiring journeys of the graduates from Paper Planes Café at YVR.Situated in the …

At Vancouver International Airport (YVR), we believe that sustainability is not only essential for protecting our environment but also key to ensuring long-term operational excellence and community well-being. As we launch our 2025–2027 …

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is proud to unveil the new Vancouver Duty Free, a reimagined shopping destination offering an elevated and exclusive experience that blends global luxury brands with local favourites. Spanning over 2,800 square …

YVR is excited to welcome White Spot back to the airport after much anticipation!  A true B.C. institution since 1928, White Spot is known for its warm hospitality and signature comfort food. Now, it’s bringing a fresh take on the beloved …

Today, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is proud to join experts, advocates, and airport partners at the 2025 Convening of the Human Trafficking Prevention Network of British Columbia. Hosted at Terminal City Club Vancouver, this annual event …

The Chinese Lunar New Year is a time of celebration, renewal, and connection for millions around the world, and here at YVR, it’s a special moment to reflect on the important role we play in bringing people and cultures together.In February 2024, we …

The holiday season often brings added stress and insecurity for many families in vulnerable situations. However, thanks to the YVR-Quest partnership, many families in British Columbia will be able to celebrate the holidays with food on the table and …

With the holiday season upon us, we are focused on ensuring a seamless travel experience for everyone. Guided by our Beyond Accessibility three-year plan, we are co-designing solutions with community and accessibility partners to ensure our airport …

This just in: Santa’s making appearances at various locations around YVR this holiday season – including in scuba gear. As part of the festive season, YVR is unveiling several holiday activities across the airport. And yes, visitors to …

To some, Flanders Fields may evoke a distant memory or the lines of an old poem. But for Stewart Point and Diane Herman, it’s part of a legacy, a memory kept alive across generations. In their family, stories of courage and sacrifice are not only …

A sustainable society is built on meaningful commitments and concrete actions. At the Vancouver Airport Authority (YVR), we are proud to celebrate progress toward a cleaner, greener Sea Island. Through our annual YVR Green Excellence Award, we …

Travellers flying domestically through Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will now enjoy a smoother, faster security screening experience.  As of September 4, Checkpoint ABC North has reopened with cutting-edge CATSA Plus Computed …

The Fly Quiet awards are designed to raise awareness of noise issues within the aviation community and encourage good noise management practices at the airport.

We are thrilled to introduce a new pilot project The new technology, developed by Vancouver-based A&K Robotics, is designed to provide another option for passengers who may need assistance when travelling through the airport.At YVR, we are …

YVR has a long history of driving innovation and change, within aviation and beyond.As we look to the future, we are thinking about our role in advancing new energy solutions, reducing carbon emissions, and exploring new innovations that benefit …

JetBlue passengers travelling to and from Vancouver can now enjoy the suite life thanks to the airline introducing JetBlue Mint to its daily flights between New York’s JFK International Airport and YVR.  Available only on select routes in …

On June 26, we proudly celebrated the inaugural Airport Workers Day, a new national initiative led by the Canadian Airports Council (CAC) to acknowledge the vital contributions of airport workers across the country who keep us connected to people …

Charlotte, known as the Queen City, offers a delightful mix of historic charm and modern attractions. 

 Airbus, ZeroAvia, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to study the feasibility of hydrogen …