Vancouver International (YVR)
Location
The airport is located eight miles (12km) south of
Vancouver.
Getting to the city
The Canada Line connects the airport to downtown Vancouver in
about 25 minutes. The service runs every 8 to 20 minutes. Scheduled
buses are available to downtown Vancouver, Whistler, Vancouver
Island and Washington State. Courtesy shuttles transport passengers
to the Long-Term Parking Lot, South Terminal, local hotels and
other destinations near the airport. Public bus services to
Vancouver, Richmond and further afield are available at the Airport
Station Bus Terminal.
Time
GMT -8 (GMT -7 from the second Sunday in March to
the first Sunday in November).
Car rental
Car hire companies Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and
National are represented next to the terminal building on the
ground floor.
Airport Taxis
Metered taxis are available around the clock outside the
terminals. Prices and journey times are higher during rush hour; a
tip of 10 to 15 percent is expected.
Transfer between terminals
A courtesy shuttle is available to the Airport South
terminal.
Facilities
The main terminal has ATMs, bureaux de change, and a bank. There
is a selection of bars, restaurants, and fast food outlets
scattered throughout the airport, as well as a variety of shops,
including duty-free, baggage storage, and a medical centre.
Children's play areas are also available.
Parking
Vancouver International Airport offers a range of parking
options in the parkade directly opposite the terminals.
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