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Victoria Int'l (YYJ) in Victoria, Canada. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.
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Victoria Int'l

Victoria, Canada

🏷️IATAYYJ
📍CityVictoria
📞Helpline+1 250-953-7500
1640 Electra Blvd, North Saanich, BC V8L 5V4, Canada
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ℹ️ About Victoria Int'l

Victoria International Airport (YYJ) opened in 1941. It is operated by the Victoria Airport Authority.

In 2023, the airport served approximately 1.7 million passengers. YYJ is a key transportation hub for Vancouver Island, providing connections to major cities in Canada and the United States.

Future expansion plans include upgrades to the terminal and airfield to accommodate larger aircraft and increased passenger volumes.

🏢 Terminals

Victoria International Airport has one main terminal building. The terminal handles both domestic and international flights.

It has 13 aircraft gates. The terminal building has undergone several expansions and renovations over the years to accommodate increasing passenger traffic.

The latest expansion was completed in 2020, adding more space for security screening and passenger waiting areas. The airport has a capacity of handling approximately 2 million passengers annually.

🚗 How to Reach Victoria Airport
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Bus
BC Transit Route 83 operates between the airport and downtown Victoria. The bus runs approximately every 30 minutes. The fare is around $2.50 CAD.
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Taxi/Cab
Taxi services are available outside the terminal building. A taxi to downtown Victoria costs approximately $55-$65 CAD. Uber and Lyft are available.
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Distance
25 km from downtown Victoria, approximately 30 minutes without traffic, 45-60 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
No dedicated airport lounges are available.
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Food & Dining
White Spot restaurant, Starbucks, and a selection of grab-and-go options are available. There are no 24-hour options.
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Shopping
A few retail stores are available, including a newsstand and gift shop.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the terminal. Connect to the '#YYJ Free Wifi' network.
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Banking
ATMs are located in the main terminal building.
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Medical
First aid services are available during operational hours.
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Other
A children's play area is located pre-security.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term, Long-term, and Overflow parking options are available. Short-term parking is $3.00 CAD per half hour, up to a daily maximum of $30.00 CAD. Long-term parking is $2.50 CAD per half hour, up to a daily maximum of $18.00 CAD. Weekly rates are available for long-term parking at $90.00 CAD. Pre-booking is available through the airport website: https://www.victoriaairport.com/parking

💡 Tips for Travellers
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Consider taking the BC Transit Route 83 bus to downtown Victoria to save money on transportation.
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Pre-book your parking online, especially during peak travel seasons, to guarantee a spot and potentially save money.
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Check the airport's website for real-time flight arrival and departure information.
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Arrive at least 90 minutes before your domestic flight and 2 hours before your international flight to allow ample time for check-in and security.
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