check in time at YVR??
Jan 2, 2010 | 3:36 pm
#1
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check in time at YVR??
All, I've heard that the security at the Canadian airports since the panty-bomber has gotten really tight. I've traveling to YVR for three days in a couple of weeks and wondered what I can expect on the way back in terms of carry-on restrictions and the amount of time I will need to clear security.
Thanks for any insight you can offer!
Thanks for any insight you can offer!
Jan 2, 2010 | 3:40 pm
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http://www.yvr.ca/en/flight-informat...formation.aspx
One piece of carry-on only, no roll-a-boards, no backpacks.
One piece of carry-on only, no roll-a-boards, no backpacks.
Jan 2, 2010 | 4:34 pm
#3
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Until/unless the TSA reduces its paranoia level, I'd give it a minimum 100 minutes even with elite status - 120+ hrs without.
When is your flight out of YVR scheduled to leave? Just want to ensure you aren't hitting "prime time".
When is your flight out of YVR scheduled to leave? Just want to ensure you aren't hitting "prime time".
Jan 2, 2010 | 5:58 pm
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Do the security lines there accommodate for CO elite status?
Jan 2, 2010 | 6:51 pm
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Yes, and no.
The normal line just to get to US C&I will only take NEXUS for cutting through the line. Sometimes, this line is horrendous.
Once through, your CO Elite status may allow you to jump to the priority screening line.
The normal line just to get to US C&I will only take NEXUS for cutting through the line. Sometimes, this line is horrendous.
Once through, your CO Elite status may allow you to jump to the priority screening line.
Jan 2, 2010 | 7:54 pm
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Jan 3, 2010 | 2:10 pm
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The workflow is -
- Arrive at YVR
- Fill out US Customs declaration
- Check in / Get luggage tagged
- Trundle bag to bag drop
- Boarding pass check
- Security screening
- US Border Services check
- US Border Services Secondary (takes moments, usually)
After that, you're 'through' and can proceed to your gate.