YVR - Vancouver International Airport
Vancouver, Canada
IATA Code: YVR · Vancouver, Canada
The airport code YVR is the IATA identifier for Vancouver International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vancouver Airport (YVR).
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) serves Vancouver, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YVR is the IATA airport code for Vancouver International Airport, located in Vancouver, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.1939°N, 123.1840°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- YVR
- City
- Vancouver
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.1939°
- Longitude
- -123.1840°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YVR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CXH - Vancouver | 12 km | $175 | $0/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 18 km | $263 | $1/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 42 km | $613 | $1/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 44 km | $642 | $1/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 49 km | $715 | $1/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 52 km | $759 | $2/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 56 km | $817 | $2/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 58 km | $846 | $2/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 63 km | $919 | $2/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 63 km | $919 | $2/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 65 km | $948 | $2/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 65 km | $948 | $2/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 76 km | $1,109 | $2/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 81 km | $1,182 | $2/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 87 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 91 km | $1,328 | $3/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 98 km | $1,430 | $3/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 101 km | $1,473 | $3/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 107 km | $1,561 | $3/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 111 km | $1,619 | $3/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 122 km | $1,780 | $4/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 124 km | $1,809 | $4/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 192 km | $2,801 | $6/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 202 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 205 km | $2,991 | $6/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 218 km | $3,180 | $6/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 219 km | $3,195 | $6/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 297 km | $4,333 | $9/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 301 km | $4,391 | $9/passenger |
| YAL - Alert Bay | 309 km | $4,508 | $9/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| YZT - Port Hardy | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| AST - Astoria | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| KLS - Kelso | 343 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YVR Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from YVR
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Vancouver
Vancouver experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through YVR
Traveling through Vancouver in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
🇺🇳 Canada Travel Tips
Canadian airports serve both domestic and transborder (US) traffic. NEXUS cards can expedite US-Canada border crossings. Winter weather in northern airports can cause seasonal schedule disruptions.
Planning Your Trip via YVR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vancouver International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YVR
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to YVR are CXH, YDT, YLY — consider these for potentially lower fares