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Quick Flight Summary from Vancouver to Papeete
Key numbers to know before you book
- Direct flight duration 22 hour 50 min
- Arrival airports PPT
Estimated Prices for Vancouver to Papeete Flights
Key Features of the Airlines
- oneworld Member
- Jordan Flag Carrier
- Full Service
- Star Alliance Member
- Canada Flag Carrier
- Premium Service
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- oneworld Member
- US Flag Carrier
- Global Network
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
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Transportation to Airport from Vancouver City Center
Vancouver Harbour - Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport
There are transportation options such as train, taxi and rental car to go to Coal Harbour Airport from the city centre.
Taxi
You can get to Coal Harbour Airport by taxis from any location in the city centre. Depending on the density of traffic, you can use your time in a more economical way with the taxis, which is the fastest option you can choose, compared to the other options. Taxis that are in service 24 hours a day can be a good choice for you in this sense.
Bus
You can get to Coal Harbour Airport from the city centre by bus as well. You can find yourself at the airport after a comfortable ride on a bus, which is a more affordable option than taxi.
There are different bus lines in the city and you can learn which one you should take from the airport’s website or from the information desk at the airport.
Train
You may also choose train for transportation. You can easily get to the airport from the city centre by taking the trains running every 15 minutes.
Rent a Car
In addition to the rent a car offices in the terminal building, there are also rent a car offices in the city centre that you can rent a car from.
You can rent a car from the companies’ head offices and when you get to the airport, you can drop off the car to the offices inside the airport building. There are many rent a car companies you can choose from.
Airport Information
Coal Harbour Airport, where seaplanes take off from, is located near the Vancouver city centre and there are 18 seaplanes in service here. In Coal Harbour Airport, which has a small terminal building, there are luxurious recreational halls with ocean views.
Although services inside the terminal are limited, there are many areas of activity around the airport such as restaurants, cafes, shops, business centers and hotels.
Vancouver Intl. Airport
There are many transportation options to choose from to go to Vancouver International Airport from the city center, such as taxi, bus, train, bicycle, car rental.
Taxi
You can make a very comfortable trip to the airport thanks to the improved and comfortable taxis in Vancouver. It can be very convenient to catch your plane by taking a taxi that you can call from many points in the city.
Bus
City buses are a transport option that will allow you to go to the airport economically. After a journey of about 20 minutes, the buses will get you to Vancouver Airport. For the passengers who will come from distant areas such as Whistler, Victoria and Duke Point on the island, long-distance buses continue to serve you.
Train
Trains, which are both fast and affordable, will allow you to get to Vancouver Airport in short time, without getting tired. In approximately 26 minutes you can get to the airport by the trains, which you can take from the central train station or from all the stops.
Bicycle
Those who want to travel with their private bikes can do it easily in Vancouver thanks to bicycle routes. Bicycles, which are preferred over motor vehicles in order to balance climate conditions, are now more preferred by passengers.
Car Rental
You can easily get to the airport by renting a car from companies such as National, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty which have offices in the city center. You can deliver the car to the office at the airport.
Airport Information
Located on Vancouver Island, Vancouver Airport is 12 kilometers from the city center and is Canada's second busiest airport. At the airport, there are a number of buildings in the main terminal, including Domestic, International and South terminals. At Vancouver Airport, which covers a very large area, security measures are highly developed, welcoming and relaxing salons are spacious, while at the same time many services are provided for passengers.
There is a lost-goods office for lost items, an office for postal services, health service for emergency cases, massage service for relaxation, a hairdresser, a suitcase repair shop, a luggage store and a big playground for children to have a good time at the airport.
All passengers can stay at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel in Vancouver Airport, which also has a hotel to meet the needs of passengers who need accommodation. There are also many shops and venues for those who want to shop at the airport and meet their eating and drinking needs.
Among the eating and drinking places in the international terminal are Hanami, Koho, Milestone's, Vino Volo, Galiano Bakery Cafe, Starbucks, Sweet Maple Market, Tim Hortons, Hudson News & Euro Cafe, A & W, Famous Famiglia, Fortune Work, Hanami Express, Subway, Thai Hang, Toshi Teppanyaki and Wendy's.
Among shopping malls in the terminal are the Beauty Shop, Collection, Hermes, LEs Boutiques, Thinking Canada, Affordable Luxuries, Brooks Brothers, Mountain Style Shop, Shades of Time, Tech on the Go and PGA Tour Shop.
Among the eating and drinking places in the domestic terminal are Carl's Jr, Pizza Hut, Cameron Foods, Monkey's Grill, Palomino Bar & Grill, Stanley's Happy Landing Lounge, White Spot, Vino Volo, Javau Cafe, Starbucks, Sweet Maple Market, Tim Hortons, Booster Juice, BG Urban Cafe, Rice Tales, Green Bean Cafe, Wok n'Roll, Vera's Burger Shack and Subway.
Transportation to Papeete City Center from Airport
Faaa Intl. Airport
From Faaa Airport, which is located near Papeete, one of the most developed and crowded cities of French Polynesia, it is possible to travel to cities such as Los Angeles, Paris, Sydney, Tokyo and Santiago. The terminal of Faaa Airport is not very large, but it is sufficient in terms of means of transportation, eating, drinking and shopping places.
Depending on your arrival time to the airport, you can choose one of the means of transportation such as the buses, comfortable private shuttles or taxis which provide a very fast transportation to the city center.
Taxi
It is always possible to find a taxi in front of the terminal of Faaa Airport. By using these taxis, you can travel to Papeete city center or other settlements on the island. Taxis are great transportation alternatives visitors who land at Faaa Airport and don’t have much information about the region.
The amount you need to pay may change depending on the number of your luggage and travel time. For this reason, you should obtain information about the fare you need to pay for travelling to the city center before getting on any taxi. The fares can be a little higher after 06:00 pm. Therefore, if you will get on the taxi at late hours, you should be prepared to pay a higher amount.
The cost of travelling to the center from Faaa Airport by taxi is around 25 dollars during daytime. This amount may be slightly higher when there are more than one passenger and much luggage. Do not forget that finding a taxi in the evening hours can be more difficult compared to the other hours of the day. If there is no taxi in front of the terminal when you arrive at Faaa Airport, you can ask for advice from the information desk and after waiting for a while you can get to the center by getting on a taxi.
Private Shuttle
After you have landed at Faaa Airport, you can consider using the private shuttles in order to travel to Papeete, located in the center of the island, or other destinations. The shuttles are generally shared with other passengers and for this reason you can wait for a while before the vehicle departs. If you don’t have much time, you can prefer getting on a taxi. The amount you need pay for these shuttles is similar to taxis. As the number of passengers increases, the fare decreases. If you travel with 4 or more passengers, you can travel to the center in a more affordable way.
Bus
The means of transportation known as 'Le Truck' can be used to travel from Faaa Airport to the center of Papeete for affordable prices. These buses are not as comfortable as taxis that provide direct and comfortable transportation. However, you can also prefer these buses, which are also commonly used by those living in Papeete, for a cheaper travel.
Car Rental
Passengers wanting to rent a car at Faaa International Airport can choose one of the car rental companies such as Daniel Rent A Car, Hertz, Tahiti Rent A Car, Avis and Robert Rent A Car.
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| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 United Airlines | C$1,199 | — |
 Westjet | C$1,301 | 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change |
Last update: 07.09.2026
