Miami to Vancouver (MIA–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MIA–YVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 2,798 miles in approximately 5h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 90 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: AV | 7 | 7M8 | 6h32-6h47 | Star Alliance | AV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Miami
| Metric | MIA→YVR | OPF→YVR | FLL→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MIA | – | 8 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 40m | 6h 17m | 5h 47m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MIA: EDT · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Miami, 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.
Metrorail Orange Line runs from downtown Miami to the MIA station (15 min from Government Center, $2.25). The MIA Mover people mover connects Metrorail to the terminal; free. Tri-Rail commuter rail serves the airport from Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach ($3.75–6.90).Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Miami Beach, $10–20 from downtown.
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.
MIA–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MIA to YVR
Miami International Airport (MIA) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MIA to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MIA to YVR ranges from 5 hours 40 minutes to 6 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,798 miles (4,503 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
90 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and West Palm Beach (PBI).