5 airlines fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Vancouver.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American AirlinesSeasonal | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
| Air Canada | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
| United Airlines | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
| WestJet | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
| Flair Airlines | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
7 miles (12 km) from the city centre. 26.9 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | Canada Line from YVR-Airport station to Waterfront Station downtown | about 25m | CAD $6.50 YVR AddFare plus the regular transit fare (adult 1-zone $3.50, 2-zone $5.10) |
US citizens do not need a visa or an eTA to visit Canada but must carry a valid passport or other proper identification.
Vancouver is the same time as Los Angeles. Vancouver uses the Canadian dollar (CAD).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Air Canada, United Airlines, WestJet and Flair Airlines fly this route nonstop, some of them seasonally.
About 1,080 miles (1,738 km), measured between the city centres.
Vancouver is the same time as Los Angeles.
US citizens do not need a visa or an eTA to visit Canada but must carry a valid passport or other proper identification.
Canada Line from YVR-Airport station to Waterfront Station downtown, about 25 minutes, CAD $6.50 YVR AddFare plus the regular transit fare (adult 1-zone $3.50, 2-zone $5.10).
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.