Vancouver to Victoria flights
Direct and connecting flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Vancouver to Victoria take?
Flight time from Vancouver (YVR) to Victoria (YYJ) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Vancouver to Victoria?
Airline availability for YVR to YYJ changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Vancouver to Victoria?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YVR to YYJ varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- WestJet Encore64
- KFANo data
- Air Canada JazzNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| WestJet Encore | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| KFA | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Canada Jazz | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning YVR → YYJ
YVR to YYJ is a short-haul route of 63 km (39 mi). See the return YYJ → YVR route.
Alternative airports near Vancouver: Vancouver (CXH) — 12 km, Boundary Bay (YDT) — 18 km, Langley Township (YLY) — 42 km.
Alternative airports near Victoria: Bedwell Harbour (YBW) — 18 km, Ganges (YGG) — 24 km, Victoria (YWH) — 25 km.