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Airports in Canada
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Overview
Situated on Sea Island, Vancouver International Airport is the second busiest airport in Canada. It is conveniently located in close proximity to downtown Vancouver and offers passengers a host of activities, as well as shopping opportunities, snack bars, and great scenery.
Sea Island is also home to a great conservation project, which is designed to offset the carbon emissions and environmental impact of Vancouver International Airport. The airport is also well connected to airports across the world and has a range of non-stop flights to Asia, the Americas, and Europe.
Location
The airport is located eight miles (12km) south of Vancouver.
Getting to the city
The Canada Line connects the airport to downtown Vancouver in about 25 minutes. The service runs every 8-20 minutes. Scheduled buses are available to downtown Vancouver, Whistler, Vancouver Island and Washington State. Courtesy shuttles transport passengers to the Long-Term Parking Lot, South Terminal, local hotels and other destinations near the airport. Public bus services to Vancouver, Richmond and further afield are available at the Airport Station Bus Terminal.
Time
GMT -8 (GMT -7 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts
Tel: +1 (604) 207 7077
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Overview
Located 11 miles (17km) northeast of Calgary, Calgary International Airport is one of the biggest and busiest airports in western Canada, serving more than 12.5 million people per year on non-stop flights to many destinations throughout Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, and East Asia.
The terminal at Calgary International airport is sunny and airy, divided into four concourses and offering amenities like family play areas, a hair salon, and even places to walk your dog. There are also dozens of shops and restaurants, ranging from Subway to sit-down restaurants.
One of the advantages of flying into Calgary International Airport is that it is one of only eight airports in Canada with US Border Pre-Clearance Facilities, allowing passengers to pass through customs before landing in the US.
Location
The airport is 12 miles (20km) northeast of downtown Calgary.
Getting to the city
There are a number of bus services running between the airport, the city centre and other Alberta destinations. Calgary Transit provides a public bus service to and from the airport. There is also an Airport Shuttle Express, which services most hotels in the Calgary area, and several hotels offer a courtesy shuttle service. Airport taxis are available outside Arrivals.
Time
GMT -7 (GMT -6 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts
Tel: +1 (403) 735 1200.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Location
The airport is situated eight miles (13km) south of Ottawa.
Getting to the city
Hotel-shuttle and limousine services to downtown Ottawa are available. Bus Route 97 departs from outside the Arrivals area. Taxis are also an option.
Time
GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts
Tel: +1 613 248 2000.
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Overview
Toronto Pearson International Airport is the busiest airport in Canada. It's connected to a number of public-transport options, making it an easy airport to use when travelling in or out of Toronto.
Its numerous public art displays add to a positive airport experience. The airport is just 17 miles (28km) from Toronto and has a range of shopping and dining options for passengers to choose from.
Location
The airport is located 17 miles (28km) northwest of downtown Toronto.
Getting to the city
The Terminal Link train offers free transportation between Terminals 1 and 3, the Sheraton Gateway Hotel, ALT Hotel, the Value Park Garage and Value Park Lot. Several companies provide bus and shuttle transit services to and from the airport into Toronto and surrounding areas. The Union Pearson Express train links the airport to Downtown Toronto in just 25 minutes. The airport is also easily accessible on various public transportation routes with providers such as Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and GO Transit.
Time
GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts
Tel: +1 416 247 7678 (Terminals 1 and Terminal 3).
Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Overview
One of the busiest airports in Canada, Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (usually shortened to Montréal-Trudeau) serves the greater Montreal area, including northern Vermont and New York State from its location about 12 miles (20km) from central Montreal.
Serving nearly 13 million passengers each year, Montréal Trudeau International Airport is a modern facility with plenty of shops and restaurants, and other facilities to make the transition into Canada a smooth one. Unfortunately, the airport has a reputation for long queues and disorganised customs and security screening. However, friendly and helpful staff are always on hand.
Flights to Montréal-Trudeau come in from all around the world, including international hubs like New York, Amsterdam, Cancun, Doha, Mexico City, Paris, Chicago, Lisbon, Panama City, Dallas, London, Rome, and Barbados.
Location
The airport is located 12 miles (20km) west of Montreal.
Getting to the city
The 747 Express is an airport bus service, taking passengers into the centre of Montreal and to the major downtown hotels. A shuttle takes people from the airport to the train station, while there are also hotels shuttles and regional shuttles. Uber and taxi services are also available.
Time
GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts
Tel: +1 514 633 3333
Halifax Robert L. Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Overview
Located 22 miles (35km) away from downtown Halifax, Halifax Robert L. Stanfield International Airport is the seventh-busiest airport in Canada. Serving more than 3.5 million passengers each year on flights to destinations including London, Toronto, New York, Cancun, Frankfurt, Chicago and Havana, the facility is the primary gateway to Halifax and mainland Nova Scotia.
Halifax International Airport has recently undergone changes, included runway renovations, terminal and parking expansions, and a new pre-clearance area designed to save time for passengers travelling to the US. Personal touches like live music in the main lobby, children's play areas, and massage tables make the relatively small airport a friendly place.
Location
The airport is 19 miles (30km) north of Halifax.
Getting to the city
An airport shuttle service serves the main hotels in the metro area, and a variety of other bus services connect to various destinations in the region. Taxis are available outside the airport building.
Time
GMT -4 (GMT -3 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts
Tel: +1 (902) 873 4422.
Vancouver International Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.
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