Information for Visitors
Key Travel Information
For important information regarding currency exchange, customs, and other travel information, visit www.HelloBC.com/travelinformation.
Departure location and flight duration to Vancouver
| Chicago | 4.5 hours | (United Air, Air Canada) |
| Dallas | 4.5 hours | (American Airlines) |
| Denver | 3 hours | (United Air, Air Canada) |
| LA | 3 hours | (Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet) |
| Montreal | 5.5 hours | (Air Canada, WestJet) |
| New York | 6 hours | (United Air, Air Canada, Cathay Pacific) |
| San Francisco | 2.5 hours | (Air Canada, WestJet) |
| Toronto | 5 hours | (Air Canada, WestJet) |
Road Travel
For driving routes, road conditions, and information on border delays in BC, visit www.DriveBC.ca.
Car Rentals
Car rental companies are conveniently located at most commercial airports, with additional rental companies providing off-site pick-up and drop-off service. Rental companies can also be found in larger communities throughout the province. Some companies can provide snow tires and/or ski racks, and advanced booking or additional charges may be required.
Ferry Services
For information on fares, routes and times, or to make reservations visit www.bcferries.com.
Passport Information
For all travel into Canada, visitors must present their passports (or accepted documents like NEXUS cards). For updates, please visit the Canada Border Services Agency website at www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca. For individuals travelling from the United States to Canada, please visit the U.S. Department of State website at www.travel.state.gov.
Near Me BC App
HelloBC.com has details for more than 6,000 activities, attractions, restaurants and accommodations in British Columbia. Download the free Near Me BC app and you can easily get that same information with your iPhone or iPod touch. Near Me BC can even determine your current location and present you with information about what's nearest you at that moment. To find out more, please visit www.HelloBC.com/app.
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