Seattle to Vancouver (BFI–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Seattle to Vancouver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
122 mi 0h 42m nonstop -1h behind 30 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between BFI and YVR, connecting options are available through 30 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BFI to YVR.
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One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
149
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BFI → YVR
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
87%
Return
YVR → BFI
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
90%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YVR delays →

Other ways to reach Vancouver from Seattle

Nearby airports with service to Vancouver International Airport.
Metric BFI→YVR SEA→YVR YYJ→YVR
Distance from BFI 5 mi 93 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 8 14
Weekly flights 0 149 147
Flight time 0h 42m 1h 0h 29m
Airports within 200 miles of BFI with service to Vancouver International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Vancouver is 1 hour behind Seattle.
BFI: MDT · YVR: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 5:00 PM in Vancouver.
Distance & Flight Time
122 mi / 197 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 42m.
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.

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.

BFI–YVR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Seattle to Vancouver route.
Route details
Distance122 mi / 197 km
Flight time0h 42m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: BFI
IATA / ICAOBFI / KBFI
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr0.1M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: YVR
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BFI to YVR flights.
Nonstop flights from King County International Airport - Boeing Field to Vancouver International Airport take approximately 0h 42m. The route covers 122 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YYJ, PDX, OAK, SJC, SLC, APA, TRM, SFO, SCF, LAS, SAN, PHX, DAL, UDD, SNA, PSP, LAX, DEN, ANC, MSP, SEA, ORD, PVR, YYZ, IAD, DFW, BOS, TEB, MIA and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Vancouver is 1 hour behind Seattle.
Yes, return flights from YVR to BFI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SEA and YYJ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 BFI to YVR

King County International Airport - Boeing Field (BFI) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

BFI to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BFI to YVR ranges from 0 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 122 miles (197 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via YYJ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (SEA) and Victoria (YYJ).