Vancouver to Atlanta (YVR–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
WS1600
WS WestJet
7S8
9:30 AM
PDT TM
5:30 PM
EDT
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL1871
DL Delta
739
1:40 PM
PDT TM
9:57 PM
EDT
5h 17m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WS6452
WS WestJet
739
1:40 PM
PDT TM
9:57 PM
EDT
5h 17m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WS1606+1
WS WestJet
738
10:55 PM
PDT TM
6:55 AM+1
EDT
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
WS1601+1
WS WestJet
738
8:15 AM
EDT TI
10:45 AM
PDT
5h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WS6313
WS WestJet
739
10:05 AM
EDT TI
12:25 PM
PDT
5h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL2470
DL Delta
739
10:05 AM
EDT TI
12:25 PM
PDT
5h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Vancouver to Atlanta
1 carrier, 12 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 12 Flights/wk 2,244 mi 4h 18m nonstop +3h ahead 89 1-stop hubs

YVR–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. WestJet leads the route. The flight covers 2,244 miles in approximately 4h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 89 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YVR–ATL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WS WestJet Also: DL 10 738, 739, 7S8 5h-5h17 90% DL
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – WS
739 Boeing 737-900 – DL, WS
7S8 Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 – WS
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WS (10 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YVR to ATL direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
12
Outbound / wk
10
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YVR to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
89
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,830
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Atlanta is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver.
YVR: PDT · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 9:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
2,244 mi / 3,612 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 18m to 5h 17m.
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.

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.

Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

YVR–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vancouver to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance2,244 mi / 3,612 km
Flight time4h 18m to 5h 17m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights12 out / 10 return
1-stop connections89 hubs
Origin: YVR
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
Destination: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YVR to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from Vancouver International Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 4h 18m to 5h 17m. The route covers 2,244 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: WestJet. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 12 nonstop flights per week from YVR to ATL. The return direction has about 10 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, SGF, BNA, GPT, GSP, HSV, BZN, OMA, DSM, MDW, BOI, ADS, MKC, PIE, EGE, GEG, BFI, SDF, SBD, YEG, VNY, PIT, CVG, ICT, OAK, SCF, YWG, DAL, TEB, TPA, PBI, ELP, HOU, OPF, CLE, PSP, BED, HPN, MCO, BOS, FLL, SJC, LIR, ANU, CLT, SXM, IAD, OGG, KEF, ANC, YYC, JFK, SEA, DUB, SFO, ORD, IAH, DFW, MSP, YYZ, LAS, SLC, DEN, YUL, CDG, FRA, VCE, PDX, EWR, AUS, SAN, LAX, MIA, PHX, MEX, SMF, SCL, SNA, CUN, GDL, PVR, SJD, HNL, LHR, IST, ICN, AMS, MUC and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Atlanta is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Yes, return flights from ATL 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 ATL

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

YVR to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YVR to ATL ranges from 4 hours 18 minutes to 5 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,244 miles (3,612 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

89 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.