Anchorage to Vancouver (ANC–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Anchorage to Vancouver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,327 mi 2h 49m nonstop +1h ahead 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ANC and YVR, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ANC to YVR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
BFI ~3h 59m YYC ~6h 35m IAH ~11h 44m SDF ~11h 50m YHM ~11h 53m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,104
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ANC → YVR
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
Arriving
67%
Return
YVR → ANC
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
Arriving
90%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ANC delays → YVR delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Vancouver is 1 hour ahead of Anchorage.
ANC: AKDT · YVR: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Anchorage, it's 7:00 PM in Vancouver.
Distance & Flight Time
1,327 mi / 2,136 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 49m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from YVR

The Canada Line runs from the airport to Waterfront/downtown in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 on Compass card. Trains depart every 6–8 minutes from the International Terminal station (basement level). Taxis queue outside arrivals; metered fares to downtown are CAD $35–45. Uber and Lyft have a designated pick-up zone.Rental car desks are in the terminal. The VALET shuttle also connects to other transit points on Sea Island. YVR is particularly well-organised for transfers; pre-clearance facility clears U.S.-bound passengers through U.S. customs before departure.

Vancouver Climate

Temperate oceanic climate. One of the mildest in Canada. Winters (November–March) are wet and overcast at 2–8°C. Snow is infrequent at sea level, but when it does fall, the city struggles and the airport can see delays. Fog in winter and early spring is a more consistent disruption risk. Summers (June–August) are warm and dry at 20–27°C with very little rain.

Wildfire smoke from BC and Alberta can reduce visibility at the airport during August and September. Pack rain gear for autumn through spring. Summers are dry and clear.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ANC–YVR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Anchorage to Vancouver route.
Route details
Distance1,327 mi / 2,136 km
Flight time2h 49m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: ANC
Full nameTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport
IATA / ICAOANC / PANC
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation152 ft / 46 m
Destination: YVR
Full nameVancouver International Airport
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ANC to YVR flights.
Nonstop flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver International Airport take approximately 2h 49m. The route covers 1,327 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ANC to YVR. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BFI, YYC, IAH, SDF, YHM, CVG, MSP, GDL, YUL, KOA, PDX, SEA, HND, LAS, KIX, DEN, ORD, LAX, AMS, PHX, ATL, HNL, NRT, FRA, PEK, JFK, XMN, MNL, DFW, SZX, YYZ, MIA, TPE, SIN, ICN, PVG, OGG and HKG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Vancouver is 1 hour ahead of Anchorage.
Yes, return flights from YVR to ANC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ANC to YVR

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ANC to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ANC to YVR ranges from 2 hours 49 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,327 miles (2,136 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BFI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.