How long is the flight from Vancouver to Tokyo?

Non-stop flights on YVR → NRT are typically around 10 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.

Which airlines fly from Vancouver to Tokyo?

The main carriers on this route are Air Canada, Japan Airlines, ANA. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Tokyo?

Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, September. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.

How far ahead should I book Vancouver to Tokyo?

Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.

Can I book directly on destination.com?

The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

YVR → NRT

Vancouver to Tokyo flights.

Live cached fares on Vancouver (YVR) → Tokyo (NRT), refreshed every 30 minutes. Non-stop and connecting itineraries side by side — compare airlines, times and stops, then book in one click.

Flying time
~10h non-stop
Airlines
Air Canada, Japan Airlines, ANA
Cheapest months
January, February, September

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Vancouver → Tokyo · 12 fares12-month low · $639

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Showing 11 of 12 results

Cheapest
ZG · ZG 021
OutboundYVR → NRTSat, Oct 24 · 5:30 PM· 10h 10m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSat, Nov 7 · 7:00 AM· 9h 30m· Non-stop
$639
total round-trip
Book →
ZG · ZG 021
OutboundYVR → NRTWed, Sep 16 · 5:45 PM· 9h 55m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRWed, Sep 30 · 6:55 AM· 8h 50m· Non-stop
$648
total round-trip
Book →
ANA · NH 135
OutboundYVR → NRTWed, Jul 1 · 7:30 PM· 10h 10m· Non-stop
$649
one-way
Book →
ZG · ZG 021
OutboundYVR → NRTThu, Dec 31 · 6:30 PM· 10h 15m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRThu, Jan 14 · 7:00 AM· 8h 40m· Non-stop
$681
total round-trip
Book →
ZG · ZG 021
OutboundYVR → NRTWed, Dec 23 · 6:30 PM· 10h 15m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRWed, Jan 6 · 7:00 AM· 8h 40m· Non-stop
$687
total round-trip
Book →
ZG · ZG 21
OutboundYVR → NRTFri, Oct 2 · 5:30 PM· 10h 10m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRFri, Oct 9 · 6:55 AM· 8h 35m· Non-stop
$752
total round-trip
Book →
t'way air · TW 532
OutboundYVR → NRTWed, Jun 17 · 12:25 AM· 14h 55m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRMon, Jun 22 · 9:55 AM· 13h 5m· 1 stop
$889
total round-trip
Book →
Hong Kong Airlines · HX 81
OutboundYVR → NRTSat, Aug 29 · 8:30 AM· 19h 15m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRMon, Sep 7 · 12:30 AM· 17h 50m· 1 stop
$1,016
total round-trip
Book →
Korean Air · KE 076
OutboundYVR → NRTTue, May 11 · 7:55 AM· 14h· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRTue, Jun 1 · 5:00 AM· 12h 20m· 1 stop
$1,087
total round-trip
Book →
ZG · ZG 021
OutboundYVR → NRTWed, Dec 23 · 6:30 PM· 10h 15m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRTue, Jan 5 · 5:45 AM· 12h 57m· 1 stop
$1,124
total round-trip
Book →
Korean Air · KE 072
OutboundYVR → NRTSat, May 1 · 9:30 PM· 13h 50m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSat, May 15 · 10:00 AM· 12h 20m· 1 stop
$1,141
total round-trip
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Vancouver (YVR) → Tokyo (HND)

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About Vancouver → Tokyo

YVR is Canada's main Asia gateway — HND service via AC / JL; cherry-blossom peak is late March-early April.

Typical non-stop flying time is around 10 hours. Major carriers on this route include Air Canada, Japan Airlines, ANA. Fares are usually cheapest in January, February, September — book 6–10 weeks ahead and avoid school-holiday peaks (late June–August, Christmas–New Year) for the best pricing.

Month-by-month price guide: Vancouver to Tokyo

Live cheapest round-trip fare cached on YVR → NRT for each of the next 12 months. Tap any month and run a live search to confirm.

Jun
Shoulder
from $889
Jul
No data
Aug
Peak
from $1016
Sep
Low
from $648
Oct
Low
from $639
Nov
No data
Dec
Low
from $681
Jan
No data
Feb
No data
Mar
No data
Apr
No data
May
Peak
from $1087

Cheapest next 12 months: October from $639 round-trip. Run a live search →

Booking window tip

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Questions, answered

How long is the flight from Vancouver to Tokyo?
Non-stop flights on YVR → NRT are typically around 10 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.
Which airlines fly from Vancouver to Tokyo?
The main carriers on this route are Air Canada, Japan Airlines, ANA. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Tokyo?
Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, September. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.
How far ahead should I book Vancouver to Tokyo?
Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.
Can I book directly on destination.com?
The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

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