Vancouver to Portland (YVR–PDX) — 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–PDX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 251 miles in approximately 1h 16m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 21 | DH4, DH8D | 1h16-1h21 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: CX, KE | 14 | E75, E75L | 1h16-1h18 | Oneworld | CX, KE | |
| AC Air Canada Also: LX, NH, NZ | 7 | DH4 | 1h16 | Star Alliance | LX, NH, NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Portland from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→PDX | YYJ→PDX | BLI→PDX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 39 mi | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 66 | – | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 16m | 23h 41m | 0h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · PDX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 6:00 PM in Portland.
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.
YVR–PDX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to PDX
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Portland International Airport (PDX) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada. With 66 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YVR to PDX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to PDX is about 1 hours 16 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 251 miles (403 km). There are approximately 66 weekly flights outbound and 105 return, totaling 171 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Seattle–Tacoma, Calgary and Sacramento. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Victoria (YYJ), Bellingham (BLI) and Everett (PAE).