Zaventem to Vancouver (BRU–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between BRU and YVR, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→YVR | EIN→YVR | AMS→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 54 mi | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – | 8 |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 9:00 AM in Vancouver.
Belgian passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months, but must obtain an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before flying. Apply at the official canada.ca site. The eTA costs CAD 7, is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. No eTA is needed when arriving by land or sea. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
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.
BRU–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, London Heathrow and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Eindhoven (EIN) and Amsterdam (AMS).