Connecting in YVR: NZ to AC
Nov 20, 2011, 8:22 pm
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Connecting in YVR: NZ to AC
Next week I am scheduled to fly AKL-YVR with NZ then connecting to AC (Jazz) YVR-SEA. The NZ flight arrives YVR at 12:00pm and the AC Jazz flight leaves at 3:05pm. These two flights are the all under the same ticket. Assuming my luggages are tagged to SEA, do I need to clear Canadian Immigration & Customs in YVR or do they have an airside path that will allow me to proceed directly to the US Preclearance? I assume 3h 5min is more than enough for this connection? Also does anyone know if NZ arrives at C, D, or E gates? What about the AC Jazz flight (C, D or E)?
Nov 20, 2011, 8:27 pm
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You wont need to Canadian customs and immigration, you can directly proceed to US preclearance. At YVR you dont even have to collect your baggage making the process much more convenient.
3h is more than enough.
3h is more than enough.
Nov 20, 2011, 11:12 pm
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Although I wouldn't say that there is 3 hours worth of entertainment / things to do on the secure side of the US departure area.
Suggest clearing Canadian Customs, and walking around the airport for a bit.
The Fairmont Airport Hotel Restaurant (above the US departures area) offers a nice lounge where great drinks can be had for not so cheap prices. It is a nice way to spend 90 minutes though...
Suggest clearing Canadian Customs, and walking around the airport for a bit.
The Fairmont Airport Hotel Restaurant (above the US departures area) offers a nice lounge where great drinks can be had for not so cheap prices. It is a nice way to spend 90 minutes though...