Bangkok to Vancouver (BKK–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKK–YVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 7,335 miles in approximately 13h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 789 | 13h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 4:00 AM in Vancouver.
Thai passport holders need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) to enter Canada. Apply online through the IRCC portal and provide biometrics at the visa application center in Bangkok. The fee is CAD 100 per person. The visa may be single or multiple entry, valid for up to 10 years, with stays of up to 6 months per visit. Required documents include proof of funds, ties to Thailand, and a travel itinerary. Processing times vary but plan for several weeks. Passport must be valid for the duration of the intended stay.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
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.
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.
BKK–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to YVR
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BKK to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to YVR ranges from 13 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,335 miles (11,804 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via ANC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.