Kailua-Kona to Vancouver (KOA–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KOA–YVR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and WestJet lead the route. The flight covers 2,725 miles in approximately 6h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 3 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| WS WestJet | 2 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Kailua-Kona
| Metric | KOA→YVR | OGG→YVR | HNL→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from KOA | – | 84 mi | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 7 | 42 |
| Flight time | 6h 14m | 5h 45m | 5h 41m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
KOA: HST · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kailua-Kona, it's 9:00 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.
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.
KOA–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KOA to YVR
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and WestJet. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
KOA to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KOA to YVR ranges from 6 hours 14 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,725 miles (4,385 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via OAK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kahului (OGG) and Honolulu, Oahu (HNL).