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 · 17 fares12-month low · $368

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Showing 17 of 17 results

Cheapest
ZG · ZG 021
OutboundYVR → NRTTue, Sep 1 · 5:45 PM· 9h 55m· Non-stop
$368
one-way
Book →
Philippine Airlines · PR 117
OutboundYVR → NRTTue, Nov 10 · 8:05 AM· 18h 35m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRTue, Nov 24 · 5:10 AM· 17h 25m· 1 stop
$664
total round-trip
Book →
Philippine Airlines · PR 117
OutboundYVR → NRTFri, Dec 4 · 8:05 AM· 18h 25m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRTue, Dec 22 · 5:10 AM· 17h 25m· 1 stop
$669
total round-trip
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
$682
total round-trip
Book →
ZG · ZG 21
OutboundYVR → NRTTue, Oct 13 · 5:30 PM· 10h 10m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRTue, Oct 20 · 6:55 AM· 8h 35m· Non-stop
$714
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
$752
total round-trip
Book →
Hong Kong Airlines · HX 081
OutboundYVR → NRTMon, Nov 9 · 9:05 AM· 18h 50m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSun, Nov 15 · 11:25 AM· 17h 30m· 1 stop
$770
total round-trip
Book →
ZG · ZG 021
OutboundYVR → NRTFri, Oct 16 · 5:30 PM· 10h 10m· Non-stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRMon, Oct 19 · 6:55 AM· 8h 35m· Non-stop
$782
total round-trip
Book →
Hong Kong Airlines · HX 081
OutboundYVR → NRTTue, Sep 8 · 8:30 AM· 19h 15m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSat, Sep 12 · 6:55 AM· 17h 25m· 1 stop
$817
total round-trip
Book →
Hong Kong Airlines · HX 081
OutboundYVR → NRTTue, Oct 13 · 8:30 AM· 19h 15m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRThu, Oct 22 · 12:05 PM· 17h 10m· 1 stop
$885
total round-trip
Book →
t'way air · TW 0532
OutboundYVR → NRTSun, Aug 9 · 12:25 AM· 14h 45m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSun, Aug 23 · 5:20 AM· 13h 5m· 1 stop
$916
total round-trip
Book →
Philippine Airlines · PR 117
OutboundYVR → NRTMon, Oct 12 · 8:05 AM· 18h 10m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSat, Oct 24 · 5:25 AM· 17h 10m· 1 stop
$934
total round-trip
Book →
Hong Kong Airlines · HX 81
OutboundYVR → NRTSun, Aug 9 · 8:30 AM· 19h 15m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSat, Aug 15 · 6:55 AM· 17h 55m· 1 stop
$942
total round-trip
Book →
Hong Kong Airlines · HX 081
OutboundYVR → NRTSat, Sep 12 · 8:30 AM· 19h 15m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSat, Sep 19 · 12:05 PM· 17h 10m· 1 stop
$962
total round-trip
Book →
Cathay Pacific · CX 867
OutboundYVR → NRTMon, Apr 19 · 9:10 PM· 18h 40m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRMon, May 3 · 9:30 AM· 16h 30m· 1 stop
$968
total round-trip
Book →
Cathay Pacific · CX 865
OutboundYVR → NRTMon, May 10 · 7:40 AM· 18h 20m· 1 stop
ReturnNRT ← YVRSun, May 16 · 12:25 AM· 16h 30m· 1 stop
$1,023
total round-trip
Book →
Cathay Pacific · CX 0865
OutboundYVR → NRTWed, Sep 30 · 7:40 AM· 19h· 2 stops
ReturnNRT ← YVRSat, Oct 17 · 12:25 AM· 16h 30m· 1 stop
$1,027
total round-trip
Book →

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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.

Jul
No data
Aug
Peak
from $916
Sep
Low
from $752
Oct
Low
from $714
Nov
Low
from $664
Dec
Low
from $669
Jan
No data
Feb
No data
Mar
No data
Apr
Peak
from $968
May
Peak
from $1023
Jun
No data

Cheapest next 12 months: November from $664 round-trip. Run a live search →

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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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