Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the main international gateway to British Columbia. Located just 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, it offers modern facilities, multilingual support, and a welcoming arrival
From Europe
Vancouver is well-connected to major European cities with direct, year-round flights operated by top international airlines.
- Direct flights available from: London, Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam, Zurich, and Munich.
- Airlines include: Lufthansa, British Airways, Air France, KLM, Air Canada, and Swiss.
- Flight time ranges from 9 to 11 hours, depending on departure city.
From Asia
Vancouver is a key hub for travellers from East Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, with daily direct connections.
- Direct flights available from: Tokyo, Seoul, Hong Kong, Taipei, Shanghai, Beijing, Manila, and Delhi.
- Airlines include: Cathay Pacific, ANA, Korean Air, EVA Air, China Airlines, Air India, and Qatar Airways.
- Average flight time ranges from 10 to 14 hours.
From Latin America
Travelling from Latin America is increasingly convenient, with connections via other cities in North America.
- Direct flights available from: Mexico City.
- One-stop connections from: São Paulo, Lima, Bogotá, Santiago, Buenos Aires, and Panama City via hubs like Toronto, Dallas, or Mexico City.
- Airlines include: Aeromexico, LATAM, Avianca, Copa Airlines, and Air Canada.
- Flight times vary between 11 and 18 hours, depending on route.
British Columbia is well-connected, with comfortable and safe transport options for students and adult travellers:
- Public transport (in Vancouver):
- Use the SkyTrain, buses, and SeaBus with a reloadable Compass Card. It's affordable, clean, and reliable.
- Car sharing & rentals
- For day trips or weekend getaways, you can use apps like Evo Car Share or rent a car from providers near the school.
- Ferries:
- BC Ferries connect Vancouver to Vancouver Island (e.g. Victoria, Nanaimo) - great for short trips.
- Biking & walking
- Vancouver is bike-friendly with scenic routes like the Seawall. Walking is a pleasant and popular way to explore local areas.
- Long-distance travel
- For intercity journeys, buses like Rider Express and Greyhound operate affordable routes across BC and Alberta.