Vancouver Airport (YVR) — Vancouver FIFA 2026 fan travel

FIFA World Cup 2026™ · Vancouver Transportation Guide

Vancouver Airport (YVR)

YVR is the main international gateway for FIFA fans. Canada Line is the fastest downtown link; Richmond hotels suit late arrivals.

Key takeaways

  • Canada Line station inside the terminal.
  • Customs can queue 60+ min on peak arrival days.
  • Fairmont Vancouver Airport inside the terminal.

Getting downtown

  • Canada Line to Waterfront (~25 min), transfer Expo to Stadium.
  • Licensed taxi flat rates to downtown — confirm before entering.
  • Rideshare pickup at designated zones only.

Staying near YVR

  • Richmond hotels with Canada Line access.
  • Ideal for red-eye arrivals before afternoon kickoffs.

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