Lounge access in YVR?
Nov 20, 2012 | 8:51 pm
#1
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Lounge access in YVR?
I see differing reports on whether YVR-JFK passengers can access the CX lounge (when originating in YVR). As a business class passenger, I know I'm entitled to access, but some indicate that, because the U.S.-bound part of the terminal is segregated, there's no way physically to access the space. True or false? Thanks!
Nov 20, 2012 | 10:03 pm
#2
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The YVR-JFK leg uses the regular International Terminal at YVR (usually gate D73), since it's after the US Pre-clearance section closes (and it would be a hassle if all transiting passengers had to get their luggage, go through US customs, and re-check their luggage in Vancouver). So yes, you can access the lounge.
Nov 21, 2012 | 7:03 am
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The YVR-JFK leg uses the regular International Terminal at YVR (usually gate D73), since it's after the US Pre-clearance section closes (and it would be a hassle if all transiting passengers had to get their luggage, go through US customs, and re-check their luggage in Vancouver). So yes, you can access the lounge.
US Pre-clearance section does not 'close'. US bound flights are operated right through the day. But YVR-JFK flight does not pre-clear US customs and thus you have access to lounge in the main International Departure hall. Its located right after security, talk the lift to the 2nd or 3rd floor I think.
Nov 21, 2012 | 10:22 am
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That's not the point...
US Pre-clearance section does not 'close'. US bound flights are operated right through the day. But YVR-JFK flight does not pre-clear US customs and thus you have access to lounge in the main International Departure hall. Its located right after security, talk the lift to the 2nd or 3rd floor I think.
US Pre-clearance section does not 'close'. US bound flights are operated right through the day. But YVR-JFK flight does not pre-clear US customs and thus you have access to lounge in the main International Departure hall. Its located right after security, talk the lift to the 2nd or 3rd floor I think.
Nov 21, 2012 | 2:13 pm
#6
Join Date: Feb 2012
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That's not the point...
US Pre-clearance section does not 'close'. US bound flights are operated right through the day. But YVR-JFK flight does not pre-clear US customs and thus you have access to lounge in the main International Departure hall. Its located right after security, talk the lift to the 2nd or 3rd floor I think.
US Pre-clearance section does not 'close'. US bound flights are operated right through the day. But YVR-JFK flight does not pre-clear US customs and thus you have access to lounge in the main International Departure hall. Its located right after security, talk the lift to the 2nd or 3rd floor I think.
Nov 22, 2012 | 9:40 am
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http://www.tripadvisor.ca/ShowTopic-...3-i81-k5131836
04 February 2012,
"the hours of operation for the US Cusoms/Immigration services at YVR airport are confirmed to be from 5am to 8pm (PST)."
04 February 2012,
"the hours of operation for the US Cusoms/Immigration services at YVR airport are confirmed to be from 5am to 8pm (PST)."