Vancouver to Yellowknife (YVR–YZF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YVR–YZF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Air North lead the route. The flight covers 976 miles in approximately 2h 29m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 7 | CR9 | 2h29 | Star Alliance | – | |
| 4N Air North | 2 | 735 | 2h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Yellowknife from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→YZF | YYJ→YZF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 39 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 29m | 2h 21m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · YZF: MST
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 6:00 PM in Yellowknife.
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–YZF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to YZF
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Yellowknife International Airport (YZF) are connected by nonstop service from Air North and Air Canada. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YVR to YZF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to YZF ranges from 2 hours 29 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 976 miles (1,570 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YYJ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Victoria (YYJ).