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Vancouver International Airport Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

airport located in British Columbia, Canada

About Vancouver International Airport

Vancouver International Airport (often also affectionally called as YVR, its three-letter IATA code), is12km (7.5mi)south of downtown Vancouver on Sea Island and is part of the suburban city ofRichmond. The island hosts the airport, a small neighbourhood, an outlet mall of opulent brands, and a nature conservation area with clean sandy beaches. Even though its interior looks spartan with glasses and concrete ribs hanging above layers of metallic sheets, low ceilings at one pier and wooden pillars on the other, it also incorporates traditional First Nation artwork and miniatures of the British Columbia scenery, making it one of the most beautiful airports in the world. Added with the hospitality and wide availability of volunteers and amenities, it has earned the titleBest North American Ai

Where to Stay in Vancouver International Airport

  • 🏨Fairmont Vancouver Airport

Vancouver International Airport Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including:

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