Vancouver Airport Observation Area

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Vancouver Airport Observation Area is completely free and offers interactive displays along with a good view of the airport

The Vancouver Airport Observation Area is a feature at Vancouver Airport, offering non-passengers a place where they can enjoy viewing aircraft operations and flights in and out of the airport. Aviation buffs and kids will especially enjoy spending some time here and there is no admission fee.

With over 5000 square feet, this area has seats for over 150 people. Over 130 linear feet of floor to ceiling windows provide an expansive view across the west side of the busy airport. Complimentary telescopes by the windows are great for catching up close views of the arriving and departing aircraft. A large interactive model of the airport, and interactive touch-screen kiosks provide all kinds of interesting information about the development of Vancouver International Airport and its day to day operations. There are also stations where you can listen to the live communications between Air Traffic Control and the aircraft that are operating in the area.

Facts For Your Visit

Official Website: Vancouver Airport Observation Area

Fee: No

Open Now

Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website, especially where Covid restrictions are in effect.

Monday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Tuesday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Wednesday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Thursday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Friday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Saturday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sunday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Category: Airports

Address: 3211 Grant McConachie Way
Richmond, BC V7B 0A4
Canada

Phone: +1 604-207-7077

Reviews

Yelp Rating:
4 out of 5 4 Star Rating
Based on 821 Reviews.

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Shonah M. May-03-2020

1000th review! I flew to Vancouver from Montreal so this is a review of their domestic wing. If you've been reading my reviews for a while, you know I... Read More

Justine S. Sep-17-2020

Fancy airport with lots of brand/named stores. Love the lounge where you can enjoy small but huge to be in an airport aquarium. I was hoping I'd get to... Read More

Angela K. Jan-04-2021

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