Parking at Vancouver International Airport (YVR): lots, rates and the free cell lot
Vancouver International Airport (YVR), in Richmond, BC, has a Terminal Parkade steps from the terminals, a cheaper Value Long Term Lot reached by free train, jetSet and Gateway Valet, all bookable online. On October 30, 2026, yvr.ca listed $67.75 a day in the Parkade and $31 at Value Long Term; check yvr.ca for current rates.
Facts checked October 30, 2026
Lots and rates listed on yvr.ca
| Lot | Distance to terminal | Rate listed |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Parkade[1] | Multi-level, covered; 1 to 5 minute walk | $14.75 per half hour, first 30 minutes free; $67.75 a dayLevels P1, P2, P3. P1 is hourly parking only, 4 hours maximum. No weekly rate listed. Reservations up to 7 days. |
| Value Long Term Lot[1] | 4 minute free train (Canada Line), or free shuttle when the train is closed | $4.50 per hour; $31 a day; $165 a weekListed as "Pre-book to save". Reservations up to 60 days. |
| jetSet YVR Parking[1] | 5 to 7 minute free shuttle, every 15 to 20 minutes | $36 a dayLeave your keys with an attendant. Staffed 24/7. Reservations up to 60 days. |
| Gateway Valet[1] | Curbside, Departures Level 3 | $67.75 a day plus a $20 valet fee (applied once per visit)Drop-off at the curb outside the terminal, before check-in. |
| Airport South (Main / Overflow)[5] | South Terminal, for BC communities and floatplane travel | Main: $4.50 an hour, $13 a day. Overflow: $4 an hour, $10.75 a dayPay by the PayByPhone app (parking #4760 Main, #4761 Overflow). Not bookable online. Prices include 29% parking sales tax plus 5% GST. |
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Booking rules, height limits and taxes
- Reserve up to six months ahead and at least four hours before you arrive. You can cancel or change a booking free up to four hours before your entry time, and there is no reservation fee when you book on yvr.ca.[2]
- Parking sales tax (29%) and GST (5%) apply at all pay parking in Metro Vancouver, including YVR.[3]
- Height limits: 2 m (6 ft 6 in) in the Parkade; 3.6 m (11 ft 9 in) at Value Long Term, jetSet and Gateway Valet.[2]
- At the lot, pay with Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Interac debit; cash is not accepted. Online bookings take Visa, Mastercard and American Express.[2]
- Motorcycles and oversized vehicles cannot be reserved; oversized vehicles only fit at Value Long Term or jetSet with advance authorization, or they may be ticketed and towed.[2]
- Departures drop-off is for immediate unloading only: vehicles left unattended on the curb are ticketed for tow.[6]
- Parking office: parking@yvr.ca or (604) 276-7739, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To report damage or a vehicle that will not start, call Airport Operations at 604-207-7077.[2]
Free waiting and ways to pay less
- The first 30 minutes in the Terminal Parkade are free.[1]
- The Cell Phone Waiting Area, across from jetSet on Aviation Avenue, is a free parking lot for quick pick-ups, 30 minutes per the airport’s parking page, with free Wi-Fi. From Grant McConachie Way, turn right onto Aviation Avenue and take an immediate left.[3]
- Booking ahead is the lowest rate YVR advertises; BCAA members save up to 15% on select options, and the BCAA rate at Value Long Term and jetSet covers bookings up to 30 days made online at least four hours ahead.[1]
- EV charging is free: two Level 2 stalls on each of P1, P2 and P3, ten at Value Long Term and one DC fast-charging stall on P1. Stalls cannot be reserved and are not guaranteed.[3]
- YVR’s courtesy-shuttle page lists Park’N Fly as an off-airport car park, with a direct-dial phone on Departures Level 3; this guide does not list its rates.[7]
Getting to the terminal
- The Canada Line train reaches downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and downtown Richmond in 18; YVR–Airport station sits between the International and Domestic Terminals.[8]
- Leaving YVR by Canada Line adds a $5 YVR AddFare to the regular zone fare; you can tap a contactless card at the gate. Riding on Sea Island only is free.[8]
- When the Canada Line is closed, the N10 NightBus runs to downtown or Richmond.[8]
- Value Long Term: a free train between Templeton and YVR–Airport stations from 5:10 a.m. to 12:56 a.m., then the A3 shuttle every 20 minutes outside train hours.[1]
- The A2 shuttle runs between jetSet and the Level 3 courtesy shuttle stops outside Door 5 and Door 16 about every 20 minutes, subject to traffic.[2]
- For pick-ups, International and U.S. arrivals exit Door 17; domestic arrivals exit Door 24. Both areas are for immediate loading only.[6]
Common questions
How much is parking at Vancouver airport?
On October 30, 2026, yvr.ca listed the Terminal Parkade at $14.75 per half hour with the first 30 minutes free, and $67.75 a day. Value Long Term was $31 a day or $165 a week, and jetSet was $36 a day at Vancouver International Airport. Check yvr.ca for current rates.
Is there free parking at Vancouver airport?
Not for a stay: but the first 30 minutes in the Terminal Parkade are free, and the Cell Phone Waiting Area on Aviation Avenue is a free lot for quick pick-ups at Vancouver International Airport, 30 minutes per YVR’s parking page.
Can I reserve parking at Vancouver airport?
Yes, on yvr.ca up to six months ahead and at least four hours before arrival. Vancouver International Airport charges no reservation fee, and you can cancel or change free up to four hours before your entry time.
What is the cheapest parking at Vancouver airport?
Of the lots bookable on yvr.ca for Vancouver International Airport, Value Long Term was the lowest on October 30, 2026: $31 a day or $165 a week, with a free 4 minute Canada Line ride to the terminal. Airport South is cheaper still but serves BC communities and floatplane travel, not the main terminals.
How do I get to Vancouver airport without driving?
Take the Canada Line: it reaches YVR from downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes and from downtown Richmond in 18. Leaving Vancouver International Airport by train adds a $5 YVR AddFare, and the N10 NightBus covers hours when the train is closed.
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Sources
- YVR: Parking at YVR (rates and booking)
- YVR: Parking Frequently Asked Questions
- YVR: Parking Information
- YVR: Cell Phone Waiting Area
- YVR: Airport South Parking
- YVR: Picking Up and Dropping Off
- YVR: Courtesy Shuttles
- YVR: Public Transportation (Canada Line)
Rates and rules change. Check the official page before you park; these were last checked October 30, 2026.
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