Request a pickup from Vancouver Airport
(Vancouver International Airport)
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Get picked up at YVR Airport
Whether you’re new to Vancouver or a local, Uber helps make it easy to get from YVR to your final destination. Need a shuttle or transfer to your next leg? Uber has you covered. Avoid the taxi line and request a ride with a few simple steps.
Your ride options from YVR
The ride options on this page are a sample of Uber’s products, and some might not be available where you use the Uber app. If you check your city’s web page or look in the app, you’ll see what rides you can request.
Pickup at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Head to the pickup location
- International Pickups: Head to the Arrivals level and follow signs to the Ground Transportation area. Exit the terminal and cross the street to the Ride-App Pickup zone on the outer curb.
- Domestic Pickups: Head to the Arrivals level and follow signs for the Ground Transportation pickup area. Exit the terminal and meet your driver in the Ride-App Pickup zone between stalls 8 and 14.
- South Terminal Pickups: Exit the terminal and cross the pedestrian crosswalk to meet your driver in the Ride-App Pickup zone on the outer curb.
Request when you're ready to walk outside
Choose a ride option that suits your group size and luggage storage needs. When prompted by the app, select your pickup location and follow signs in the airport to Ground Transportation and Ride App Pick-up.
Look for your driver
Go to your assigned pickup location as specified by the app (please note: this location may not always be at your nearest exit). If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
Get directions to pickup
Already requested your ride? Open the app for accurate step-by-step directions to meet your driver outside.
What to do at YVR Airport when you land
Jet-lagged? Hungry? See what amenities are available at the airport after you touch down.
Visit the official YVR Airport website to check hours of operation and any service changes.
- Food & Restaurants
- Carl’s Jr. (Fast Food, located at Gate B14)
- True Burger (Burgers, located at Gate C43)
- Paragon Tea Room (Coffee/Tea, located at Level 3)
- El Chiquito (Mexican/Latin, located at Gate C46)
- Paper Planes Cafe (Coffee/Tea, located before security)
- Rice Tales (Asian, located at Gate C46)
- Stanley Park Taphouse (Bar, located at Gate B12)
- Pacific Farms Market (Coffee/Tea, located at Gate C29)
- Whistler Taphouse & Grill (Bar, located at Gate C45)
- Pacific Coast News Café (Sandwiches, located at Gate B20)
- Bars
Down Small - Stanley Park Taphouse (Bar, located at Gate B12)
- Whistler Taphouse & Grill (Bar, located at Gate C45)
- Shopping
Down Small - Rogers’ Chocolates (Sweets, located at Gate C31)
- Flight Stop (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Gate B17)
- 7 - Eleven (Convenience, located at Level 1)
- Brooks Brothers (Clothing/Accessories, located at Gate C31)
- Herschel Supply (Clothing/Accessories, located at Gate C29)
- tentree (Clothing/Accessories, located at Gate B15)
- iStore (Electronics, located at Level 3)
- Relay (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Gate C31)
- Chanel (Health/Beauty, located at Gate C30)
- Ladurée (Sweets, located at Gate C30)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Salmon n’ Bannock On The Fly (Seafood, located at Gate D71)
- Wendy’s (Fast Food, located at Level 3)
- Church’s Chicken (Fast Food, located at Gate D71)
- Freshii (Healthy, located at Level 3)
- Purebread (Bakery, located at Level 3)
- Lift Bar and Grill (Asian, located at Gate D71)
- Pajo’s Fish & Chips (Seafood, located at Level 3)
- Urban Crave (Restaurant, located at Level 3)
- Hanami Express (Asian, located at Gate D71)
- Thai Hang (Asian, located at Level 3)
- Shopping
Down Small - Hermès (Clothing/Accessories, located at Gate D53)
- Red Cedar Market (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Gate D72)
- BVLGARI (Clothing/Accessories, located at Gate D53)
- Le Labo (Health/Beauty, located at Gate D53)
- Chloé (Clothing/Accessories, located at Gate D53)
- Vancouver Marketplace (Convenience, located at Level 3)
- So Chocolate (Sweets, located at Gate D70)
- Salvatore Ferragamo (Clothing/Accessories, located at Gate D53)
- Thinking Canada (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Level 3)
- Cartier (Jewelry, located after security)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Starbucks (Coffee/Tea, located at Multiple Locations)
- Subway (Fast Food, located at Multiple Locations)
- Tim Hortons (Coffee/Tea, located at Multiple Locations)
- Joe and The Juice (Juice, located at Multiple Locations)
- A&W (Burgers, located at Multiple Locations)
- Japadog (Asian, located at Multiple Locations)
- Vino Volo (Bar, located at Multiple Locations)
- Dirty Apron (Restaurant, located at Multiple Locations)
- UpMeals (Healthy, located at Multiple Locations)
- Bars
Down Small - Vino Volo (Bar, located at Multiple Locations)
- Shopping
Down Small - Pacific Coast News (Newsstand/Books, located at Multiple Locations)
- Pacific Coast News (Newsstand/Books, located at Multiple Locations)
- Virgin Books (Newsstand/Books, located at Multiple Locations)
- Hudson (Newsstand/Books, located at Multiple Locations)
- Best Buy (Electronics, located at Multiple Locations)
- World Duty Free (Duty Free, located at Multiple Locations)
- Hudson News (Newsstand/Books, located at Multiple Locations)
- BC Lottery Ticket Centre (Newsstand/Books, located at Multiple Locations)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Galiano Cafe (Sandwiches, located at Gate G1)
- Shopping
Down Small - Galiano Gifts (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Level 1)
- St. Jean’s Cannery & Smokehouse (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Level 1)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Sal Y Limon (Mexican/Latin, located at Gate E88)
- Root98 (Healthy, located at Gate E87)
- Banh Shop (Asian, located at Gate E84)
- Canucks Bar & Grill (Fast Food, located at Gate E81)
- Globe@YVR (Restaurant, located at Level 4)
- Jetside Lounge (Bar, located at Level 4)
- Bars
Down Small - Jetside Lounge (Bar, located at Level 4)
- Shopping
Down Small - Discover BC (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Gate E88)
- BC Sports Zone (Souvenirs/Gifts, located at Gate E88)
- CNN Newsstand (Newsstand/Books, located at Gate E83)
- Tech on the Go (Electronics, located at Gate E88)
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Top questions about YVR Airport pickup
- Where do I meet my driver for pickup?
Down Small Pickup locations may depend on the type of ride you request and the size of the airport. Follow the instructions in the app about where to meet your driver. You can also look for signs that point to designated airport rideshare zones.
If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
- If my flight is late, will my Uber Reserve driver wait for me?
Down Small Your driver will be informed of any schedule changes to your flight. For UberX, Uber Comfort, and UberXL rides, meet your driver up to 45 minutes after your flight's arrival before late fees apply. For Uber Black, Uber Black SUV, Uber Premier, and Uber Premier SUV rides, meet your driver within 60 minutes. Learn more about Uber Reserve.
- How much will my Uber trip from YVR cost?
Down Small The cost of an Uber trip from YVR Airport depends on factors that include the type of ride you request, the estimated length and duration of the trip, tolls, and current demand for rides.
You can see an estimate of the price before you request by going here and entering your pickup spot and destination. Then when you request a ride, you’ll see your actual price in the app based on real-time factors.
- How many pieces of luggage will fit in the vehicle I request through Uber?
Down Small The luggage capacity varies by Uber ride type. For example, an UberX ride can usually hold 2 suitcases while an UberXL ride can usually hold 3 suitcases.*
- How do I cancel my Uber reservation from YVR?
Down Small You can cancel at no charge up to 60 minutes before your reservation pickup time. If you cancel after that, you’ll be charged a cancellation fee if a driver has already been confirmed. In order to cancel, go to your rides in the Activity section of the Uber app.
*Luggage space is not guaranteed and depends on the number of passengers in your ride and the type of vehicle. Once you’re matched with a driver, we recommend contacting them through the app to confirm.
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