Flying from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport (YXY): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport (YXY) leaving from either of these.
The average length of a direct Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Whitehorse Airport is located in Whitehorse. The city's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Vancouver.
With 30 direct flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Whitehorse Airport (YXY) is the busiest route. Air North operates the earliest flight at 8:35am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from YVR to YXY is with Air Canada at 9:40pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to YXY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport (YXY) out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
When jetting out of YVR, you can take a direct flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport with Air North.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Air North between YVR and YXY.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air North has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to YXY flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that depart from YXX make it to their destination as scheduled 67.97% of the time.
About Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YXY:
Getting from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to central Whitehorse
The centre of Whitehorse is roughly 2 kilometres from Whitehorse Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
91 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport. Return flights start from 172 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Vancouver to YXY, book your plane ticket eight months ahead of your departure date.
January is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport (YXY). Plan your visit to Whitehorse in April for a quieter experience.
When booking your Vancouver to YXY plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Whitehorse, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF).
More about Whitehorse
Start your Whitehorse trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Captain Ken's Adventures - A Yukon River Boat Tour and Parks Canada are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Whitehorse to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Miles Canyon.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Whitehorse, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 129 kilometres west to Haines Junction to tick off its leading sights. From Kathleen Lake to Dezadeash River Trail and Da Ku Cultural Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Time for another stop? Set off for Atlin. It's around 145 kilometres south-east of Whitehorse and boasts highlights like MV Tarahne.