Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife from $360

Q: How much are return flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife?

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife is $360. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Vancouver to Yellowknife?

2 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Yellowknife.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Vancouver to Yellowknife?

Air Canada, PAL Airlines and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from Vancouver to Yellowknife.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Vancouver to Yellowknife?

As of March 2025, there are 69 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Yellowknife.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Yellowknife?

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Yellowknife is usually March 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport on Tuesday, 6 May 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Yellowknife?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Yellowknife but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Yellowknife?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Yellowknife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver to Yellowknife with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Yellowknife is Air Canada .

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Yellowknife.$360 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Fri, 9 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $360, select.

Yellowknife.$361 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.

Yellowknife.$361 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Apr, returning Sun, 27 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.

Yellowknife.$361 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.

Yellowknife.$362 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Apr, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $362, select.

Yellowknife.$443 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $443, select.

Yellowknife.$445 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Yellowknife on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $445, select.

Yellowknife.$457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Yellowknife.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Yellowknife on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver to Yellowknife flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Vancouver to Yellowknife: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$360
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airline	Air Canada
Average flights per week	207

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Flying from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport (YZF): what you need to know

Your next great adventure starts at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) departing from either of these.
The average time for a direct flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport is 2 hours 28 minutes.
Yellowknife is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver. Yellowknife Airport is located in Yellowknife, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
With 19 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 13:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from YVR to YZF is with Air Canada at 21:15.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to YZF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Fly without interruptions from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) operate from here.
When departing from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport with Air Canada.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)

Planning to leave from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)? You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) from this popular hub.
Take a direct flight from Vancouver to YZF with Air Canada. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of CXH.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 16 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to YZF:

About Yellowknife Airport (YZF)

If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near YZF:

Getting from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to central Yellowknife

Yellowknife Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Yellowknife. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 8 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 14 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)

For a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport, $194 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just $360. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Vancouver to YZF when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
The cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Locking in a cheap ticket from Vancouver to YZF is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price drops.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)

July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Yellowknife in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Yellowknife. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to YZF sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -32ºC and -15ºC. Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Yellowknife

After locking in your flight from Vancouver to Yellowknife Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Yellowknife:
One of the best ways to get to know Yellowknife is to explore its most popular sights. Highlights include Yellowknife Old Town Soundwalk, Old Town and Fred Henne Territorial Park.

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