Detroit to Vancouver (DTW–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.
DTW–YVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. WestJet leads the route. The flight covers 1,957 miles in approximately 4h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet | 7 | B38M | 4h55 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→YVR | CLE→YVR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 95 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 55m | 4h 40m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 3:00 PM in Vancouver.
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.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
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.
DTW–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to YVR
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DTW to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to YVR is about 4 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,957 miles (3,150 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Calgary, Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Seattle–Tacoma. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cleveland (CLE).