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Flight deals from Yellowknife to Vancouver

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,002. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.R 1,975 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,975, select.
Vancouver.R 2,000 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,000, select.
Vancouver.R 2,023 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,023, select.
Vancouver.R 2,500 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec.One-way flight with Air North .Outbound direct flight with Air North departs from Yellowknife on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,500, select.
Vancouver.R 2,524 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,524, select.
Vancouver.R 2,530 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,530, select.
Vancouver.R 2,785 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,785, select.
Vancouver.R 2,844 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,844, select.
Vancouver.R 2,986 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,986, select.
Vancouver.R 2,988 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,988, select.
Vancouver.R 3,008 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,008, select.
Vancouver.R 3,016 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,016, select.
Vancouver.R 3,111 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,111, select.
Vancouver.R 3,154 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Air North .Outbound direct flight with Air North departs from Yellowknife on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,154, select.
Vancouver.R 3,155 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Mar.One-way flight with Air North .Outbound direct flight with Air North departs from Yellowknife on Sun, 28 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,155, select.
Vancouver.R 3,240 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,240, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Yellowknife to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Yellowknife to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from R 3,989
Jul
from R 2,000
Aug
from R 2,023
Sep
from R 1,975
Oct
from R 2,530
Nov
from R 2,524
Dec
from R 2,500
Jan
from R 2,844
Feb
from R 3,154
Mar
from R 3,155
Apr
from R 3,111
May
from R 3,720

Direct flights from Yellowknife to Vancouver

Alternative Yellowknife to Vancouver routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Yellowknife to Vancouver? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Vancouver Coal Harbour

3km from central Vancouver
Closest
from R 4,485
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Vancouver International

10km from central Vancouver
Cheapest
from R 1,981
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Sechelt

52km from central Vancouver
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Ganges Harbor

54km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo

60km from central Vancouver
from R 4,750
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Nanaimo Harbour

61km from central Vancouver
from R 4,519
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Abbotsford

61km from central Vancouver
from R 2,338
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Yellowknife to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,975
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from Yellowknife to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, Nanaimo Harbour, and Abbotsford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Yellowknife to Vancouver is R 4,002. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Yellowknife to Vancouver.
United, Air Canada and Jazz Air fly direct from Yellowknife to Vancouver.
As of June 2026, there are 56 flights per week flying from Yellowknife to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from Yellowknife to Vancouver is usually July.
If you're flying from Yellowknife Airport, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the centre of Vancouver. We've found flights into this airport from R 4,002.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, WestJet and Air Canada offer the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver.

Travelling from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Yellowknife Airport is located in Yellowknife. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, Vancouver is one hour behind Yellowknife.

  • Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route. When looking for your flight, you can select from 14 services each week between YZF and YVR.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your YZF to Vancouver flight.

  • Travelling during a popular month like September? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a direct Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver ticket. Begin your journey at YZF and end it at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • Air Canada is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver.

  • Travelling from central Yellowknife to YZF takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near YZF:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Yellowknife Airport, 61% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to Vancouver

  • R 1,981 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 4,002. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap flights from YZF to Vancouver, book your trip four months before your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from YZF to Vancouver by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 25 minutes.

  • It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from YZF to Vancouver.

Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)

  • The centre of Vancouver is located around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH). Once your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.

  • The trip will take about 10 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your YZF to Vancouver flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from CXH as soon as you know your dates.

Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)

  • Hop off your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver and make your way to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Vancouver is around 72 kilometres from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach driving.

  • Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Stay at a hotel close to YXX and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late YZF to Vancouver flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:

  • Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver for the most affordable rates.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver. July is the busiest month to travel to Vancouver. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.

  • Lock in a Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YZF to Vancouver around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Vancouver

  • Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Vancouver, browse our range of hotels including:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Downtown Vancouver are must-visits when exploring Vancouver.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to tick off its popular sights. From Okanagan Lake to The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of Canada, consider Kamloops, about 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver. St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Yellowknife to Vancouver

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