Vancouver is a Pacific coast city in British Columbia with a mild, wet climate and dry summers. Its airport is about 12 km from downtown and connects directly to the city by the Canada Line rapid transit. Winter brings steady rain rather than deep cold, with July and August the driest months.
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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.
US citizens can enter with a US passport, passport card or NEXUS card, and stays under 180 days generally do not need a visa. Note that a passport card cannot be used for flights within Canada, and returning to the US by air requires a passport book or other approved ID.
July and August are the driest and warmest months, with daily highs around 22 C (72 F). Winters are mild but wet, with November through January the rainiest.
Busiest: Jun-Aug. Quieter shoulder season: May, Sep.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44°F (7°C) | 35°F (2°C) |
| Feb | 46°F (8°C) | 35°F (2°C) |
| Mar | 50°F (10°C) | 38°F (3°C) |
| Apr | 56°F (13°C) | 42°F (6°C) |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 48°F (9°C) |
| Jun | 67°F (19°C) | 53°F (12°C) |
| Jul | 72°F (22°C) | 57°F (14°C) |
| Aug | 72°F (22°C) | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sep | 66°F (19°C) | 52°F (11°C) |
| Oct | 56°F (13°C) | 45°F (7°C) |
| Nov | 49°F (9°C) | 38°F (3°C) |
| Dec | 44°F (7°C) | 34°F (1°C) |
Vancouver is served by Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Vancouver International Airport handled about 26.9 million passengers in 2025.
US citizens do not need a visa or an eTA to visit Canada but must carry a valid passport or other proper identification. US citizens can enter with a US passport, passport card or NEXUS card, and stays under 180 days generally do not need a visa. Note that a passport card cannot be used for flights within Canada, and returning to the US by air requires a passport book or other approved ID.
July and August are the driest and warmest months, with daily highs around 22 C (72 F). Winters are mild but wet, with November through January the rainiest.
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).
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Vancouver uses the Canadian dollar (CAD).
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.