Vancouver to Dallas-Fort Worth (YVR–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YVR–DFW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,752 miles in approximately 4h 17m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, AY, BA, IB, QF, QR | 28 | 321, 738 | 4h07-4h21 | Oneworld | AS, AY, BA, IB, QF, QR | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→DFW | PAE→DFW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 101 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 17m | 4h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 90% | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 8:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
YVR–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to DFW
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Sun Country Airlines. With 101 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YVR to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to DFW is about 4 hours 17 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,752 miles (2,819 km). There are approximately 101 weekly flights outbound and 70 return, totaling 171 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Seattle–Tacoma and Calgary. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Everett (PAE).