Direct (nonstop) flights from Tokyo to Vancouver

4 airlines fly nonstop from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). It's 4,673 miles (7,521 km), about 8h 35m in the air. Operated by Air Canada, JAL, ANA and others.

NRT
Narita International Airport
🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan
YVR
Vancouver International Airport
🇨🇦 Vancouver, Canada
Flight Time
8h 35m
Distance
4,673 mi
7,521 km
CO₂/pax
714 kg
−64 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Air Canada +3
Time Diff
-16h
Operated by Air Canada Air Canada JAL JAL ANA ANA Zipair Tokyo Zipair Tokyo

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Canada AC Air Canada
Route
NRT → YVR
Flight Time
8h 35m
Distance
4,673 mi
JAL JL JAL
Route
NRT → YVR
Flight Time
8h 35m
Distance
4,673 mi
ANA NH ANA
Route
NRT → YVR
Flight Time
8h 35m
Distance
4,673 mi
Zipair Tokyo ZG Zipair Tokyo
Route
NRT → YVR
Flight Time
8h 35m
Distance
4,673 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tokyo to Vancouver with one stop · direct emits 714 kg CO₂ per passenger

NRT SEA (Seattle) YVR
Leg 1: 8h 50m (4,768 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (127 mi) Total: ~9h 55m 🍃 778 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → SEA
8h 50m · 4,768 mi
View NRT to SEA flights →
Leg 2
SEA → YVR
1h 5m · 127 mi
View SEA to YVR flights →
NRT CTS (Sapporo) YVR
Leg 1: 1h 50m (488 mi) Leg 2: 8h 15m (4,287 mi) Total: ~10h 5m 🍃 771 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → CTS
1h 50m · 488 mi
View NRT to CTS flights →
Leg 2
CTS → YVR
8h 15m · 4,287 mi
View CTS to YVR flights →
NRT KIX (Osaka) YVR
Leg 1: 1h 35m (305 mi) Leg 2: 9h 12m (4,941 mi) Total: ~10h 47m 🍃 836 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → KIX
1h 35m · 305 mi
View NRT to KIX flights →
Leg 2
KIX → YVR
9h 12m · 4,941 mi
View KIX to YVR flights →
NRT YYC (Calgary) YVR
Leg 1: 9h 10m (4,949 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (428 mi) Total: ~10h 50m 🍃 861 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → YYC
9h 10m · 4,949 mi
View NRT to YYC flights →
Leg 2
YYC → YVR
1h 40m · 428 mi
View YYC to YVR flights →
NRT SFO (San Francisco) YVR
Leg 1: 9h 28m (5,123 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (800 mi) Total: ~11h 53m 🍃 956 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → SFO
9h 28m · 5,123 mi
View NRT to SFO flights →
Leg 2
SFO → YVR
2h 25m · 800 mi
View SFO to YVR flights →

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YVR → NRT: Flights from Vancouver to Tokyo

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tokyo to Vancouver?

A nonstop flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Vancouver (YVR) takes approximately 8 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 4,673 miles (7,521 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tokyo to Vancouver?

4 airlines: Air Canada, JAL, ANA, Zipair Tokyo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Vancouver?

Yes. 4 airlines: Air Canada, JAL, ANA, Zipair Tokyo.

How far is Tokyo from Vancouver?

The flight distance from Tokyo to Vancouver is 4,673 miles (7,521 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Rome.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Vancouver?

Vancouver is 16 hours behind Tokyo. (Asia/Tokyo vs America/Vancouver.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Tokyo to Vancouver?

Probably — 16-hour time difference means significant jet lag. Expect about 1 day of adjustment per hour of shift. Flying westward is generally easier to adjust to.

What type of aircraft flies from Tokyo to Vancouver?

At 8h 35m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Japan to Canada?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Canada embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tokyo to Vancouver?

Roughly 714 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,570 km.

Is the return flight from Vancouver to Tokyo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Vancouver?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Narita International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.