Sydney (Mascot) to Vancouver (SYD–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SYD–YVR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Qantas lead the route. The flight covers 7,768 miles in approximately 14h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: NZ, VA | 7 | 77L | 14h30 | – | Star Alliance | NZ, VA |
| QF Qantas Also: WS | 4 | 789 | 14h | – | Oneworld | WS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
SYD: AEST · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Sydney (Mascot), it's 1:00 AM in Vancouver.
The Airport Link train (T8 line) runs from Central Station to the International Terminal in 13 minutes and to Domestic terminals in 10 minutes. Trains run roughly every 10 minutes from about 05:00 to midnight. The fare is AUD $20.10 from the CBD (Opal card); this includes a station access fee levied separately from standard fares.Taxis from the CBD cost AUD $45–65 depending on traffic and time of day; Uber is available from designated pick-up zones. The Eastern Distributor and Southern Cross Drive are the main road routes; the airport is about 10 km south of the CBD. Short-term parking at T1 international starts at AUD $8 for 30 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.
SYD–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SYD to YVR
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Qantas. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SYD to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SYD to YVR is about 14 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,768 miles (12,501 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Brisbane, San Francisco and Auckland. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.