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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 382
Typical prices: C$ 453-C$ 726
Air North
Sun 18/2Thu 22/2
YVR - YZF • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 418
Typical prices: C$ 487-C$ 731
Air North
Mon 26/2Wed 28/2
YVR - YZF • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Air Canada and Air North. Average duration is 2h 33m
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Avoid delays
Air North
Most punctual • 80% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 17% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Whitehorse (YXY)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 534 (round-trip)
Edmonton (YEG)
Shortest trip • 5h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife (YVR-YZF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Yellowknife

Thu, 18 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
Air North Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 25m1 stop Whitehorse
Air North Logo
1:20 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 45m1 stop Whitehorse
C$ 382Air North
Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
Air North Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 25m1 stop Whitehorse
Air North Logo
1:20 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 45m1 stop Whitehorse
C$ 392Air North
Thu, 18 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
Air North Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 25m1 stop Whitehorse
Air North Logo
5:50 p.m. - 7:35 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
2h 45mdirect
C$ 393Air North
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
WestJet Logo
8:00 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 55m1 stop Edmonton
WestJet Logo
6:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 30m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
C$ 434WestJet
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
2h 30mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 30m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
C$ 434Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 55m1 stop Edmonton
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:50 p.m. - 7:35 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
2h 45mdirect
C$ 437Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
WestJet Logo
6:00 a.m. - 1:25 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 25m1 stop Calgary
WestJet Logo
2:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
4h 45m1 stop Calgary
C$ 441WestJet
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
WestJet Logo
11:05 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
10h 40m2 stops Edmonton Calgary
WestJet Logo
6:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 30m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
C$ 446WestJet
Sat, 20 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
Air Canada Logo
5:50 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
5h 15m1 stop Edmonton
Air Canada Logo
7:10 p.m. - 11:13 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 03m1 stop Edmonton
C$ 569Air Canada
Sat, 13 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
Air Canada Logo
6:50 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
4h 15m1 stop Edmonton
Air Canada Logo
6:05 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 05m1 stop Edmonton
C$ 570Air Canada
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife typically range from C$ 453 to C$ 726. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 382, on Air North.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife at C$ 477 round-trip.
•March (C$ 629) and September (C$ 625) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 213
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife

When to book flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Yellowknife based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:35 am and lands at 11:08 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:50 pm and lands at 6:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 33m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife.

  • How long does a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife take?

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife takes 2h 33m, covering 2,526 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife range from C$ 453 to C$ 726, with an average of C$ 573 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 453 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 71% above the C$ 573 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 534 round-trip via Whitehorse (YXY), compared to C$ 582 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 97–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    The Boeing 737-500 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air North. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 382 to C$ 1,888. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 247, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Yellowknife (YZF).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife most commonly connect through:

    • Calgary (YYC) – 66% of one-stop connections
    • Edmonton (YEG) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Whitehorse (YXY) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 532 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 601, a difference of C$ 69.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    2 airlines operate flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Yellowknife. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air Canada
    • Air North

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife?

    Flying via Edmonton (YEG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 17m, compared with 6h 19m via Calgary (YYC) and 9h 32m via Whitehorse (YXY).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Yellowknife?

    Yellowknife is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights?

    Among airlines operating Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights:

    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air North: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 532, about C$ 69 less than Tuesday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife trip for June. Fares historically average C$ 477 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 152 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Air North. Over the past three months, 80% of Air North flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 79%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 47m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Whitehorse Airport (YXY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 534 round-trip on this route – about C$ 48 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Yellowknife Airport.

    • Super 8 by Wyndham Yellowknife

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Yellowknife?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Yellowknife

Monday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Tuesday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Wednesday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Thursday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Friday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Saturday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Sunday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

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Direct returns

Yellowknife to Vancouver Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Tuesday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Wednesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Thursday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Friday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Saturday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

Sunday

Air Canada,Air North

Air Canada,Air North

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