Quesnel to Vancouver (YQZ–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YQZ–YVR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Pacific Coastal Airlines, Central Mountain Air and CRN lead the route. The flight covers 266 miles in approximately 0h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8P Pacific Coastal Airlines | 6 | BE1 | 0h32 | – | – | – |
| 9M Central Mountain Air | 2 | DH8C | 1h20 | – | – | – |
| CRN CRN | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Quesnel
| Metric | YQZ→YVR | YXS→YVR | YWL→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YQZ | – | 60 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 9 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 92 | 20 |
| Flight time | 0h 32m | 1h 16m | 1h 10m |
Travel Essentials
YQZ: MST · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Quesnel, it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver.
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.
YQZ–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YQZ to YVR
Quesnel Airport (YQZ) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Pacific Coastal Airlines, Central Mountain Air and CRN. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YQZ to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YQZ to YVR ranges from 0 hours 32 minutes to 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 266 miles (429 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 23 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 20 hours via YWL. Nearby alternative airports include Prince George (YXS), Williams Lake (YWL) and Anahim Lake (YAA).