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CYVR — Vancouver International Airport

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Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) in Vancouver, Canada is a two-way empty-leg hub with 619 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $37,500.

619 live empty legs involving CYVR

Code
CYVR
Traffic
8.9/10
Runways
4
Longest
11,500 ft
Live legs
619

Empty-leg demand

Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) in Vancouver, Canada sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 334 outbound and 285 inbound across 619 live legs, according to EmptyJet.

Priced empty legs at CYVR center on a median ask of $37,500, with an observed range of $5,000–$54,900 (619 priced listings).

The busiest live corridors at CYVR are from CYYC (4), to CYYC (4), and from CYQR (3).

Bombardier Challenger 604 (Heavy Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at CYVR, accounting for about 95% of live inventory (585 of 619 legs).

Key takeaways

  • CYVR: 619 live empty legs (334 out / 285 in), according to EmptyJet.
  • Median priced ask at CYVR: $37,500 (n=619).
  • Busiest corridor: from CYYC (4 legs).
  • Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 604 (585 legs, ~95%).

Two-way empty-leg flow at CYVR creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 619 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.

Live empty-leg corridors

DirectionAirportLive listingsMedian ask
Inbound fromCYYCCalgary International Airport4$8,151
Outbound toCYYCCalgary International Airport4$6,864
Inbound fromCYQRRegina International Airport3$31,100
Inbound fromKSJXBeaver Island Airport3$37,400
Outbound toCNC3Brampton-Caledon Airport2$43,400
Outbound toCNK4Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport2$42,100

Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.

Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings

AircraftCategoryLive listings
Bombardier Challenger 604Heavy Jet585
Cessna Citation XLS+Midsize Jet12
Bombardier Global 5000Ultra Long Range7
Bombardier Challenger 300Super Midsize Jet4
Pilatus PC-24Light Jet3

Airport facts

IATA
YVR
ICAO
CYVR
City
Vancouver
Country
Canada
Type
large airport
Elevation
14 ft
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Region
North America
Runways
4
Longest runway
11,500 ft
Traffic score
8.9 / 10
Official site
yvr.ca

Runways

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
08R/26L11,500 ft200 ftASPYes
08L/26R9,940 ft200 ftCONYes
13/317,300 ft200 ftCONYes
XX/26A3,500 ft75 ftCONNo

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FAQ

How active is CYVR for empty legs?

Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) has 619 live empty-leg listings — 334 departing and 285 arriving, according to EmptyJet.

What is a typical empty-leg price at CYVR?

The median ask at CYVR is $37,500 across 619 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.

Which empty-leg routes are busiest at CYVR?

The strongest live corridor at CYVR is from CYYC (Calgary International Airport), with 4 listings, according to EmptyJet.

Which aircraft fly empty legs at CYVR most often?

The Bombardier Challenger 604, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at CYVR, with 585 live listings (~95% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.

What is the airport code for Vancouver International Airport?

The primary code for Vancouver International Airport is CYVR.

Where is CYVR airport located?

Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) is in Vancouver, Canada.

What is the ICAO code for YVR?

The ICAO code for Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is CYVR.

What is the longest runway at CYVR?

The longest runway at Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) is 11,500 ft.

Empty legs from this airport

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