Flights
Flights to Vancouver
Flying to Vancouver for a game, a concert or a show? The airport you pick decides the rest of the trip more than the fare usually does. This page lists the 2 airports with scheduled flights near Vancouver, how far each is from the centre and which is nearest each of the city's main venues. StubOrder lists 894 upcoming events in and around Vancouver (counted Nov 8, 2026); fares are searched live when you pick your dates.
The closest airport to central Vancouver is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 6.3 miles away. Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is 46 miles away. For Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver, the nearest is YVR at 6.8 miles.
Airports serving Vancouver
Nearest first. Distances are straight-line from the centre of Vancouver, which is the fair way to compare airports with each other; the drive is always longer.
| Airport and distance from the centre | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport (YVR) 6.3 mi (10 km) | Large | Nearest to Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver, Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver, York Theatre, Rogers Arena, Commodore Ballroom, Vogue Theatre - BC, Hollywood Theatre - Vancouver and Pacific Coliseum. |
| Victoria International Airport (YYJ) 46 mi (73 km) | Large | None |
Nearest airport to each Vancouver venue
The busiest venues in and around Vancouver, each with its own nearest airport. A stadium in the suburbs is often nearer a different airport than downtown is, so this is the table to book from.
| Venue | Nearest airport we list | Second option |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver Hotels near Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver | YVR, 6.8 mi | YYJ, 46 mi |
| Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver Hotels near Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver | YVR, 6.6 mi | YYJ, 46 mi |
| York Theatre Hotels near York Theatre | YVR, 7.8 mi | YYJ, 47 mi |
| Rogers Arena Hotels near Rogers Arena Airports near Rogers Arena | YVR, 6.7 mi | YYJ, 46 mi |
| Commodore Ballroom Hotels near Commodore Ballroom | YVR, 6.6 mi | YYJ, 46 mi |
| Vogue Theatre - BC Hotels near Vogue Theatre - BC | YVR, 6.6 mi | YYJ, 46 mi |
| Hollywood Theatre - Vancouver Hotels near Hollywood Theatre - Vancouver | YVR, 4.9 mi | YYJ, 44 mi |
| Pacific Coliseum Hotels near Pacific Coliseum | YVR, 9.2 mi | YYJ, 48 mi |
Home teams and their airports
| Team | Home venue | First airport | League |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver Canucks | Rogers Arena | YVR, 6.7 mi | NHL arena airports |
| Vancouver Whitecaps FC | BC Place Stadium | YVR, 6.6 mi | MLS stadium airports |
Flying in for a Vancouver event
In the next 30 days (counted Nov 8, 2026): 230 events in and around Vancouver; 67% on Fri–Sun; 167 of the 227 with a set time start at 7 pm or later, local time.
Fly in the day before an evening event: a delayed afternoon flight is a missed show. Plan to fly home the morning after, because the last departures of the night often leave before a late finish lets out. The dates below set the search to do exactly that, around each event.
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Fox Cabaret, Vancouver, British Columbia
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Commodore Ballroom, Vancouver, British Columbia
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Chan Shun Concert Hall at Chan Performing Arts Centre, Vancouver, British Columbia
From about $33.00View TicketsVancouver Canucks vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Rogers Arena, Vancouver, British Columbia
From about $40.00View TicketsBeck
Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia
From about $162.00View TicketsRahat Fateh Ali Khan
Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia
From about $225.00View TicketsLucy Bedroque
The Pearl - BC, Vancouver, British Columbia
From about $100.00View TicketsDax
Vogue Theatre - BC, Vancouver, British Columbia
From about $59.00View Tickets
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Flying in to Vancouver: checklist
- Book the airport for your venue. For Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver it is YVR, 6.8 miles away; the table above has the rest.
- Arrive the day before an evening event, and plan the flight home for the next morning.
- Names exactly as on the ID. The airline compares the booking with the ID at the airport.
- Check the bag allowance. It is shown on every fare; extra bags are not part of the fare price.
Plan the rest of the trip
Frequently asked questions
How many events are in Vancouver in the next 30 days?
230 in and around Vancouver in the 30 days from Nov 8, 2026, when this page's figures were counted. 67% of them fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, and 167 of the 227 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
What is the closest airport to Vancouver?
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the closest airport with scheduled flights to central Vancouver, 6.3 miles away in a straight line. StubOrder also lists YYJ (46 miles).
Which airport is closest to the Vancouver Whitecaps FC's home stadium?
The Vancouver Whitecaps FC play home games at BC Place Stadium. The closest airport to BC Place Stadium is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 6.6 miles away in a straight line.
How many airports serve Vancouver?
StubOrder lists 2 airports with scheduled passenger flights within 100 km (62 miles) of central Vancouver: Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
Which airport is closest to the Vancouver Canucks' home arena?
The Vancouver Canucks play home games at Rogers Arena. The closest airport to Rogers Arena is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 6.7 miles away in a straight line.
Can I buy event tickets and flights together?
Not as one purchase. Event tickets come from our resale marketplace and flights from our travel partner and the airlines, as separate bookings with separate confirmations. Neither depends on the other, so if an event moves, your flight does not change automatically.
Are fares shown on this page?
No. Airline fares change by the minute and depend on your exact dates, airports and travellers, so this page shows none. Pick your dates in the search form and StubOrder asks the airlines live; every fare it shows is the total for all travellers, taxes and fees included.
How far is YVR from central Vancouver?
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is 6.3 miles (10 km) from central Vancouver in a straight line. The drive is always longer than the straight line, and the roads near the venues are busiest at event times, so allow more than a map suggests.
Which airport is best for Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver?
The closest airport to Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 6.6 miles away in a straight line; Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is 46 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
Which airport is best for Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver?
The closest airport to Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 6.8 miles away in a straight line; Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is 46 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
