Vancouver to Newark (YVR–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AC548
AC Air Canada
789
8:45 AM
PDT TINT
4:53 PM
EDT
5h 8m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC549
AC Air Canada
789
6:25 PM
EDT TA
9:15 PM
PDT
5h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Vancouver to Newark
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 2,423 mi 5h 8m nonstop +3h ahead 61 1-stop hubs

YVR–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 2,423 miles in approximately 5h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YVR–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 7 789 5h08 72% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – AC
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC (7 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 EWR direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YVR to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
61
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~52h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,942
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YVR → EWR
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Arriving
82%
Return
EWR → YVR
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
58%
Arriving
82%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YVR delays → EWR delays →

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 9:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
2,423 mi / 3,899 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 8m.
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 EWR

AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.

Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.

Newark Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.

Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.

YVR–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vancouver to Newark route.
Route details
Distance2,423 mi / 3,899 km
Flight time5h 8m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections61 hubs
Origin: YVR
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
Destination: EWR
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YVR to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Vancouver International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 5h 8m. The route covers 2,423 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Air Canada.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from YVR to EWR. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, YHM, BZN, GSP, PIT, SDF, BOS, CVG, SJC, VNY, PBI, HOU, YLW, YYT, GDL, SLC, FLL, SNA, PDX, SEA, SMF, DEN, LAX, MEX, LIS, MSP, YYZ, YYC, LIR, SFO, YOW, VIE, YUL, ATL, PHX, SAN, CDG, ORD, LAS, MIA, DFW, NRT, KEF, HND, LHR, IAH, IST, CUN, MCO, PSP, FRA, JFK, SWF, PVR, ICN, SJD, MUC, HNL, AMS, DEL and SIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Yes, return flights from EWR 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 EWR

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

YVR to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YVR to EWR ranges from 5 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,423 miles (3,899 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.