Vancouver International
🇨🇦 Vancouver · CYVR
Air Canada and WestJet's Pacific gateway, closest major North American airport to Asia. Cathay, Air China, and JAL bring heavy widebody traffic. Pilots fly stunning approaches over mountains and ocean, with the Runway 08 arrival offering spectacular Vancouver views. Fog and low ceilings challenge operations, but the award-winning terminal impresses crews.
Closest to AsiaMountain approachesAward-winning terminal
Airport layout
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Heading |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08L/26R | 9,188 ft | 60 ft | 100° |
| 08R/26L | 10,776 ft | 60 ft | 100° |
| 13/31 | 7,287 ft | 60 ft | 142° |
Location
- Coordinates: 49.1967°N, 123.1815°W