Vancouver to Denver (YVR–APA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Vancouver to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 1,119 mi 1h 54m nonstop +1h ahead 28 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YVR and APA, connecting options are available through 28 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YVR to APA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
BZN ~3h 36m YYC ~4h 16m SLC ~4h 53m OAK ~5h 12m YLW ~5h 15m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
270
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YVR → APA
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Return
APA → YVR
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YVR delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Denver is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver.
YVR: PDT · APA: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 7:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
1,119 mi / 1,800 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 54m to 1h 57m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YVR

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.

Facts

YVR–APA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vancouver to Denver route.
Route details
Distance1,119 mi / 1,800 km
Flight time1h 54m to 1h 57m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out / 1 return
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: YVR
Full nameVancouver International Airport
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
Destination: APA
Full nameCentennial Airport
IATA / ICAOAPA / KAPA
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,885 ft / 1,794 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YVR to APA flights.
Nonstop flights from Vancouver International Airport to Centennial Airport take approximately 1h 54m to 1h 57m. The route covers 1,119 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from YVR to APA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BZN, YYC, SLC, OAK, YLW, SCF, VNY, SEA, PHX, SFO, DSM, MSP, SNA, LAX, MDW, IAH, HOU, YHM, YOW, YYZ, PBI, BOS, MCO, FLL, MIA, HNL, LAS and BFI. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver.
Yes, return flights from APA to YVR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YVR to APA

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Centennial Airport (APA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YVR to APA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YVR to APA ranges from 1 hours 54 minutes to 1 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,119 miles (1,800 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BZN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.