Osaka to Vancouver (KIX–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KIX–YVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 4,930 miles in approximately 9h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 4 | 789 | 9h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
KIX: JST · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 2:00 AM in Vancouver.
Japanese passport holders enter Canada visa-free for stays up to 6 months. An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is required before boarding and costs CAD 7. The eTA is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. Processing is usually within minutes.
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.
KIX–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KIX to YVR
Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
KIX to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KIX to YVR ranges from 9 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,930 miles (7,934 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via XMN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.