Vancouver to Miami (YVR–MIA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YVR–MIA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 2,798 miles in approximately 4h 39m. Beyond nonstop, 89 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: AV | 7 | 789, B38M | 6h-6h12 | Star Alliance | AV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · MIA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 9:00 PM in Miami.
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.
Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).
Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.
Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.
YVR–MIA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to MIA
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YVR to MIA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to MIA ranges from 4 hours 39 minutes to 6 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,798 miles (4,503 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
89 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.