Vancouver International Airport
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- Recent third-party observation indicates ~3 min at security (rising)
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Tips for Vancouver International Airport
- Arrive at least 150 minutes before your flight to allow time for check-in, security, and immigration.
- Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
- Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays typically have the lightest passenger traffic. Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings are usually the busiest.
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Security wait times at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) currently average 35 minutes. Check-in typically takes 5 minutes, and immigration processing averages 3 minutes.
Last updated: June 27, 2026
About Vancouver International Airport
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) serves Vancouver in Canada. Travelers flying through YVR should plan for variable security wait times depending on time of day and season.
International travelers arriving at YVR should plan ahead for immigration processing. Have your passport and any required visa documents ready before reaching the immigration desk to speed up processing.
The busiest travel periods at YVR are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Arriving early is always recommended during busy periods.