YVR Airport Live Arrivals
Vancouver Airport Arrivals Information
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is an international hub located on Sea Island in British Columbia. The airport mainly serves Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland region. Vancouver Airport is located just 12 km from Downtown Vancouver, serving around 26 million passengers per year. With so many flights arriving at YVR, it can be helpful to keep an eye on your flight’s arrival time using our convenient Vancouver Airport Arrivals Tracker located above.
Vancouver Airport arrivals location: Both international and domestic arrivals are located on Level 2 of the Main Passenger Terminal. Domestic is on the left-hand side, and international arrivals are on the right.
Operating Airlines – Air Canada, WestJet, Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United, Air France, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, ANA (All Nippon Airways), Aeromexico, China Airlines, CMA, Condor, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Hainan Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Swiss, Air North, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines, Sunwing Airlines, Harbour Air, Bearskin Airlines, Pacific Coastal Airlines.
Arriving at Vancouver Airport
Depending on which terminal you land in at Vancouver Airport arrivals, your process will be slightly different. If you land in the Domestic Terminal, you will bypass Passport Control and head straight into the baggage claim area. If you land in the International Terminal, you will head into a large hall where your passport and documentation will be checked.
Inside the Passport Control hall, you will see different lines for Canadian Citizens, U.S Citizens, and international visitors. Pick the line that relates to you and head up to the counter. Here, a member of Border Control & Protection will check your passport and necessary documentation, so be sure to have this on hand. After all checks are complete, you will head into the Baggage Claim area of Vancouver International Airport arrivals.
Once in the Baggage Claim area, there will be large screens indicating which carousel your flight will be using. After collecting your personal belongings, you can head into the Vancouver Airport Arrivals Hall.
Vancouver Airport Transport
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is well connected to Downtown Vancouver and exciting neighboring destinations, such as Whistler and Horseshoe Bay. A budget-friendly way to travel is to take the SkyTrain, which takes just 25 minutes to reach downtown. For a more professional and seamless transfer, you can also take a local Vancouver Airport taxi or pre-book a personalized Vancouver Airport transfer and enjoy a door-to-door journey.
What to do in Arrivals at Vancouver Airport?
Passing the time during connecting flights or freshening up after a long international flight is easy in Vancouver International Airport arrivals. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire terminal to help you stay connected. There are also convenient amenities such as pet-relief areas, multi-currency ATMs, spacious bathrooms, smoking areas, car rental options, and information points. If you’re looking for a bite to eat or a spot of shopping, the Vancouver Airport arrivals restaurants, cafes, and Duty-Free shops won’t disappoint.
*Explore even more things to do in Vancouver Airport arrivals with our complete Vancouver Airport Guide.
Vancouver Airport Arrivals Parking
If you’re picking up a loved one from Vancouver Airport arrivals today, your best parking option is the Terminal Parkade P1. This parking lot offers covered spaces and up to 30 minutes of free parking. It’s the only pay-per-hour parking option at Vancouver Airport and costs €9 (CAD 14) for every 30 minutes after the first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick someone up at Vancouver Airport?
Both the International and Domestic Terminals have a designated curb-side pickup area. The pickup area has a max waiting time of 3 minutes and can be found on the International Arrivals Level 2 and Domestic Arrivals Level 1.
Where are international arrivals at Vancouver Airport?
Where to park at YVR for arrivals?
