Vancouver to Auckland (YVR–AKL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YVR–AKL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air New Zealand and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 7,060 miles in approximately 13h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Air New Zealand | 7 | 789 | 13h50 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · AKL: NZST
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 1:00 PM (next day) in Auckland.
Canadian passport holders enter New Zealand visa-free for up to 3 months but must obtain a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) before travel. The NZeTA costs NZD $17 via the app or NZD $23 online, is valid for 2 years, and covers multiple entries. An International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) is also required. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure.
The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
YVR–AKL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to AKL
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Auckland International Airport (AKL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Air New Zealand. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YVR to AKL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to AKL ranges from 13 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,060 miles (11,361 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via KOA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.