Vancouver to Atlanta (YVR–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YVR–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. WestJet leads the route. The flight covers 2,244 miles in approximately 4h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 63 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet | 5 | 738, 7S8 | 4h52-5h | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 9:00 PM in Atlanta.
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.
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.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to ATL
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet. With 5 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 52 minutes to 5 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,244 miles (3,612 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via GPT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.