Vancouver International Airport facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vancouver International Airport
French: Aéroport international de Vancouver |
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| Airport type | Public | ||||||||||||||||||
| Owner | Transport Canada | ||||||||||||||||||
| Operator | Vancouver International Airport Authority | ||||||||||||||||||
| Serves | Metro Vancouver | ||||||||||||||||||
| Location | Richmond, British Columbia | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Time zone | PST (UTC−08:00) | ||||||||||||||||||
| • Summer (DST) | PDT (UTC−07:00) | ||||||||||||||||||
| Elevation AMSL | 13 ft / 4 m | ||||||||||||||||||
| Coordinates | 49°11′41″N 123°11′02″W / 49.19472°N 123.18389°W | ||||||||||||||||||
| Website | www.yvr.ca | ||||||||||||||||||
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Sources: Canada Flight Supplement
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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a big airport located on Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia. It is about 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) from Downtown Vancouver. This airport serves the city of Vancouver and the rest of British Columbia. It is a very busy place! In 2018, over 25 million passengers traveled through YVR. It also handled more than 338,000 aircraft movements (take-offs and landings). This makes it one of the busiest airports in Canada.
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What is Vancouver International Airport?
Vancouver International Airport, often called YVR, is a major travel hub. It is a public airport, meaning it is open for everyone to use. The airport is owned by Transport Canada, a part of the Canadian government. It is operated by the Vancouver International Airport Authority. This group makes sure the airport runs smoothly every day.
Where is YVR Located?
YVR is built on Sea Island, which is part of the city of Richmond. Richmond is a city in the province of British Columbia, Canada. The airport is very close to the ocean, which you can see from some parts of the airport. Its location makes it easy for people to get to Vancouver and other nearby cities.
How Busy is YVR?
YVR is one of Canada's most active airports. In 2018, it was the second busiest airport in Canada for passenger numbers. It was also the second busiest for aircraft movements. This means many planes take off and land there, and many people fly in and out. It connects Vancouver to many places around the world.
Airlines and Destinations at YVR
Many different airlines use Vancouver International Airport. Some of the main airlines that have a hub (a central point for their flights) at YVR include Air Canada, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and WestJet. This means these airlines have many flights going to and from YVR.
Popular Airlines at YVR
Other airlines also use YVR as a focus city. This means they have many flights there, even if it's not their main hub. These airlines include Air North, Air Transat, and Sunwing Airlines. They offer flights to many different places, both within Canada and to other countries.
Airport Features and Facilities
Vancouver International Airport has many features to help travelers. It has several runways for planes to take off and land. The longest runway is about 11,500 feet (3,500 meters) long. This is long enough for even the biggest airplanes. The airport also has special areas for helicopters.
Getting Around YVR
The airport has different terminals for domestic (flights within Canada) and international (flights to other countries) travel. There are shops and restaurants inside the airport. You can also find interesting things like an aquarium! The SkyTrain's Canada Line connects the airport to downtown Vancouver. This makes it easy to get to and from the airport without a car.
What Can You See at YVR?
YVR is known for its beautiful design and art. It has a large aquarium with marine life. There are also many Indigenous art pieces throughout the airport. These features make the airport a more interesting place to visit, even if you are just waiting for a flight.
Images for kids
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Air Canada domestic check-in facilities at the Domestic Terminal.
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International arrivals hall
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Corridor to the boarding gates after the US border clearance, with signs in English, French and Chinese.
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Aerial shot showing Georgia Strait near the airport
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SkyTrain's Canada Line
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South runway at YVR in 2017 showing the lengthened runway
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Shops inside restricted zone
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Graham Clarke atrium
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Aquarium at YVR
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YVR Air traffic control tower
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See also
In Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional de Vancouver para niños
