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Vancouver International Airport Taxi Fare Calculator 2026

Official Vancouver International Airport (YVR) Taxi rates (valid today): Start your ride for $ 3.80, plus $ 1.90 per kilometer. Click below to calculate your fare

Popular routes from Vancouver International Airport

Vancouver International Airport To Canada Place
38 CAD
Vancouver International Airport To Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal
67 CAD
Vancouver International Airport To Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal
56 CAD
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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Vancouver International Airport

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Vancouver International Airport

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)
3.8CAD
Price per KM
1.9 CAD
Waiting time per hour
35CAD
Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to Vancouver International Airport city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 13.3 CAD.

Taxi transfers from Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Canada PlaceHorseshoe Bay Ferry TerminalTsawwassen Ferry TerminalPort Of VancouverMarriott Vancouver Pinnacle DowntownBlue Horizon HotelSurreyHyatt Regency VancouverAbbotsfordSt Regis Hotel VancouverNorth VancouverNew WestminsterAtrium Inn VancouverBurnaby

Using a taxi at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals - not drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
  • Make sure the meter is running, or agree the fare before you set off.
  • Licensed airport taxis are safest; keep your booking confirmation if you pre-booked.
  • Have the address and rough distance ready so you can sense-check the price.
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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) taxi fare - FAQ

What's the taxi fare from Vancouver to Vancouver city center?

Taxi fares from Vancouver to Vancouver city center can vary based on time of day, luggage, traffic, and the destination. Enter your route in Vancouver taxi fare calculator to get an estimated price.

What's the taxi fare from Vancouver to Vancouver city center?

Taxi fares from Vancouver to Vancouver city center can vary based on time of day, luggage, traffic, and the destination. Enter your route in Vancouver taxi fare calculator to get an estimated price.

How much is a taxi transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?

A 5km ride transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) costs about 13.3 CAD. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?

You can stop a taxi on the street transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?

if you can’t find a taxi Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi fare in Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Vancouver International Airport (YVR) taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

What’s the price of Taxi transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) per KM?

The starting price of a taxi transfer from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is 3.8 CAD. Each KM is then priced at 1.9 CAD. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 35.0 CAD per hour.

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