Area Airport
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) 3211 Grant McConachie Way
Richmond, B.C., Canada
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is located 137 km south of Whistler. Driving time is approximately 2.25 to 2.5 hours.
Passenger Guide
Terminal Maps
Airline Discounts
American Airlines
OSA has appointed American Airlines the official airlines for the Optical Interference Coatings Topical Meeting. Discounted air travel is available. You may visit the American Airlines website at www.aa.com to search for available flights and use the authorization code
8163BU to receive your discount. This code is valid 14 June – 27 June, 2013 at Vancouver – YVR airport only. You may also call the American Airlines Meeting Services Desk directly at +1 800.433.1790 for assistance with reservations and ticket purchases.
Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines is offering discounted flights. Visit https://www.delta.com select Book a Trip, and click on Meeting Event Code near the bottom of the window that pops up. On the next window, enter the Meeting Event Code
NMEEF to receive your discount. This code is valid 11 June – 25 June, 2013 at Vancouver – YVR airport only.
NOTE: 10 customers may have to book a flight to the same meeting with this code for the price to become valid.
By Ground
There are a number of ways to get to and from Vancouver International Airport. From Vancouver, access to Whistler, which is 120km (75 miles) north on Highway 99, is available by car, scheduled bus, limousine, van, train or chartered helicopter/float plane. The preferred method of transportation getting to and from Whistler is by Bus.
Buses:
Long Distance Scheduled Bus:
Whistler is located north of Vancouver, easily accessible by shuttle bus via the magnificent Sea to Sky Highway. Pacific Coach Lines (PCL) has frequent, daily departures from Vancouver International Airport (via YVR Whistler Skylynx) and downtown Vancouver (via Whistler Express), providing direct service to Whistler Village and Creekside with door-to-door service to your Whistler accommodation available. PCL also provides daily return service from Whistler to downtown Vancouver and YVR (Vancouver International Airport). Approximate travel time is 2 1/2 - 2 3/4 hrs. YVR Whistler SkyLynx connects YVR with both Whistler and Squamish along the sea to sky corridor.
The Fairmont Chateau (conference hotel) requires a ticket to Whistler Zone 1 ($63 CAD one way, $126 CAD round trip plus taxes). Please consult the SkyLynx web page for fare changes.
Buses depart from Vancouver airport at 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm.
Return departure times are 6:00 am, 9:00 am, 12:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 7:00 pm.
Please consult the SkyLynx web page for schedule changes.
You can also buy tickets at the Whistler/SkyLynx bus counter of Pacific Coach located in International Terminal, Arrivals Level 2. Credit cards are accepted.
DISCOUNT!
Pacific Coach is offering a 15% discount off all retail rates for Optical Interference Coatings (OIC) attendees.
You can receive this discount on-line at www.pacificcoach.com or by phone +1 888.663.1725 using the DISCOUNT CODE: OIC2013.
You must use this discount code to receive 15% off. Discount is valid for one way or round trips. Valid dates for this discount are: 13 June 2013 – 23 June 2013
Greyhound:
Arrive at the slopes refreshed and ready to take on the mountain with Greyhound Canada. Greyhound offers nine round trips a day, including our non-stop seasonal Ski Express schedule, between Vancouver and Whistler Village. Sit back and enjoy the scenery. We'll take good care of you and your equipment during the trip. "Quicker than you think" For Bus & Schedule information call + 1.800.661.8747. See Greyhound.ca for the bus schedule
Arriving from a Canadian destination and heading to Whistler?
Flying in through the domestic terminal? Click here for step-by-step instructions or retrieve your luggage and follow the signs to the International Terminal. Board the YVR Whistler Skylynx bus at the International Terminal, Arrivals Level 2. Check in at the YVR Whistler Skylynx bus counter of Pacific Coach. Bus departs from Bus Bay #10.
Arriving from a U.S.A. or International destination and heading to Whistler?
Board the YVR Whistler Skylynx bus at the International Terminal, Arrivals Level 2. Check in at the YVR Whistler bus counter of Pacific Coach. Buses to Whistler from YVR leave throughout the day, daily, all year-round (times vary according to the season and schedule). Bus departs from Bus Bay #10.
To find fares to Whistler and book online, visit Pacific Coach website or call + 1.800.661.1725 (North America) or +1 604.662.7575 (local).
DISCOUNT!
Pacific Coach is offering a 15% discount off all retail rates for Optical Interference Coatings (OIC) attendees.
You can receive this discount on-line at www.pacificcoach.com or by phone +1 888.663.1725 using the DISCOUNT CODE: OIC2013.
You must use this discount code to receive 15% off. Discount is valid for one way or round trips. Valid dates for this discount are: 13 June 2013 – 23 June 2013
Taxis:
More than 500 licensed taxis currently serve the airport, including wheelchair accessible taxis.
Taxis are a quick and easy way to get to and from Vancouver International Airport. Our taxis are available 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Taxis charge a metered rate based on time and distance. The approximate fare to downtown Vancouver is between $30 - $32 (taxes included) CAD. Taxi charges from Vancouver International Airport and Whistler is approximately $250 CAD plus gratuity and taxes. No reservations are required for mini-vans or wheelchair accessible taxis. Let our curbside staff know your needs and we’ll get the right vehicle.
Arriving from Canada on a domestic flight and need a taxi?
If you have just arrived and are picking up luggage, you are located in the Domestic Terminal Arrivals, Level 2. Simply make your way outside of the terminal on Level 2 to the taxi stand.
Arriving from the U.S.A or an international destination and need a taxi?
Once through the customs and immigration process, you’ll enter the International Arrivals Greeting Area. Walk outside the building on the same level and look for the taxi stand.
All taxis who pick up passengers from th e airport are fully licensed and all drivers must complete a training course in safe driving, customer service and helping people with special needs.
The above rate is provides as a guide to help you make transportation choices and are not guaranteed. They are subject to change. Please consult your taxi dispatcher on arrival for current fares and information.
Sedans & Limousines:
Why not ride in a black town car or limousine with a guaranteed rate next time you’re coming to or going from YVR?
Aerocar Service is the airport’s licensed sedan and limousine provider complete with luxury sedans, stretch SUV’s or limos to suit any taste.
See the latest rates 'to and from' the Vancouver International Airport.
Contact information for
Aerocar Service:
By Phone*: + 1 888.821.0021
By Email*:
info@aerocar.ca
*24 hour reservations availailable*
Rental Car:
Do I need a car in Whistler?
No. Whistler features a pedestrian-only village, and virtually all of the accommodations, shops, and restaurants are within walking distance of each other.
Rental Car Companies located at Vancouver – YVR Airport:
Car rental facilities are conveniently located just steps from the terminal on the ground floor of the parkade. Companies operating their vehicle pickup and return services directly from these facilities include:
Off-site Rental Car Company close to the airport:
A direct dialed phone for Enterprise car rental shuttles is located at the car rental bus shelter in the Economy Parking Lot.
Accessible car rentals are available at YVR. Please ensure you give your rental company 48 hours advanced notice to ensure availability.
Rental Car Company located in Whistler:
Avis Rent-a-Car is the only car rental agency in Whistler. All other major companies are available in Vancouver.
SAVE! Avis Rent-a-Car is pleased to offer low rates with unlimited mileage to participants attending the Optical Interference Coatings Topical Meeting. For reservations call +1 808.327.3000 or +1 800.879.2847, refer to Avis Worldwide Discount #D004076. Reservations may also be made on the Avis website.
World Wide Telephone Numbers
Hotel Parking Information
Driving Directions
How long does it take to drive from Vancouver or Seattle?
Whistler is a scenic two-hour drive from downtown Vancouver; and approximately a 4.5 - 5 hour drive from Seattle. The Sea to Sky Highway (99 North) is a mountain highway, and a change in the weather can quickly alter road conditions.
From Vancouver International Airport
(Approximately 3 hours)
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Follow the signs to Grant McConachie Way, Vancouver and city center.
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Proceed over the Arthur Laing Bridge.
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Keep right and follow the signs to Granville Street and city center.
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Go along Granville Street (approximately 8 km), then over the Granville Bridge.
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Take the Seymour exit off Granville Bridge.
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Follow Seymour Street 7 blocks to Georgia and turn left (west).
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Head west along Georgia Street, approximately 12 blocks to Stanley Park.
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Go through Stanley Park and onto the Lion's Gate Bridge.
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As you leave the bridge, follow the signs for West Vancouver.
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You will find yourself on Marine Drive.
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At the 1st traffic light turn right onto Taylor Way.
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At the 2nd traffic light, take the left lane and follow the signs to Horseshoe Bay.
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At Horseshoe Bay, watch for the exit sign onto Highway 99 North to Squamish and Whistler.
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Continue north along Highway 99 to Whistler Village.
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Once you reach the Whistler Valley, proceed through 6 traffic lights and turn right at the 7th traffic light onto Lorimer Road.
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Follow Lorimer Road through the traffic light to the Upper Village, until you reach the 4-way stop sign at Blackcomb Way.
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Turn right onto Blackcomb Way.
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Almost immediately, you will see The Fairmont Chateau Whistler sign at the foot of Chateau Boulevard (left-hand side).
From Downtown Vancouver
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Head west along Georgia Street approximately 12 blocks to Stanley Park.
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Go through Stanley Park and onto the Lions Gate Bridge.
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As you leave the bridge, follow the signs for West Vancouver.
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You will find yourself on Marine Drive. At the first traffic light turn right onto Taylor Way.
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At the second traffic light, take the left lane and follow the signs to Horseshoe Bay.
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At Horseshoe Bay, watch for the exit sign onto Highway 99 north to Squamish and Whistler.
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Continue north along Highway 99 to Whistler Village.
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Once you reach the Whistler Valley, proceed through the first 6 traffic lights and turn right at the 7th traffic light onto Lorimer Road.
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Follow Lorimer Road through the traffic light to the Upper Village, until you reach the 4-way stop sign at Blackcomb Way.
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Turn right onto Blackcomb Way and, almost immediately, you will see The Fairmont Chateau Whistler sign at the foot of Chateau Boulevard (left-hand side).
From Seattle via Downtown Vancouver
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Follow Interstate 5 north to the Douglas Border Crossing, which in Canada becomes Highway 99, taking you down Oak Street to 41st Avenue.
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Turn left onto 41st and go approximately 8 blocks to Granville Street.
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Turn right on Granville and continue over the bridge into downtown Vancouver.
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Take the Seymour exit off Granville Bridge and follow Seymour Street for 7 blocks to Georgia Street.
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Turn left onto Georgia and proceed 12 blocks along Georgia Street, through Stanley Park and onto the Lions Gate Bridge.
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As you leave the bridge, follow the signs for West Vancouver.
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You will find yourself on Marine Drive. At the first traffic light you will turn right onto Taylor Way.
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At the second traffic light, take the left lane and follow the signs to Horseshoe Bay.
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At Horseshoe Bay, watch for the exit sign onto Highway 99 north to Squamish and Whistler.
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Continue north along Highway 99 to Whistler Village.
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Once you reach the Whistler Valley, proceed through 6 traffic lights and turn right at the 7th light onto Lorimer Road.
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Follow Lorimer Road through the traffic light to the Upper Village until you reach the 4-way stop sign at Blackcomb Way.
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Turn right onto Blackcomb Way and almost immediately, you will see The Fairmont Chateau Whistler sign at the foot of Chateau Boulevard (left-hand side).
From Seattle bypassing Downtown Vancouver
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Follow interstate 5 north to Blaine, Washington.
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Then follow the signs off Interstate 5 to the Pacific Border Crossing (truck crossing).
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After crossing into Canada, follow Highway 15 north through Surrey to Highway 1 (Trans-Canada Highway).
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Exit onto Highway 1 Westbound.
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Travel west on Highway 1 to Horseshoe Bay.
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Watch for the exit sign onto Highway 99 north to Squamish and Whistler.
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Once you reach the Whistler Valley, proceed through the first 6 traffic lights and turn right at the 7th traffic light onto Lorimer Road.
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Follow Lorimer Road through the traffic light to the Upper Village until you reach the 4-way stop sign at Blackcomb Way.
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Turn right onto Blackcomb Way and almost immediately you will see The Fairmont Chateau Whistler sign at the foot of Chateau Boulevard (left-hand side).
Rail Service:
Want to take the scenic route?
Rocky Mountaineer (Whistler summer rail service from North Vancouver) is a rail service that travel from Vancouver to Whistler.
During the summer months, the Rocky Mountaineer Sea to Sky Climb train offers scenic service between Vancouver and Whistler. During your three and a half hour train trip you’ll travel through the scenic Howe Sound, the Cheakamus Canyon and past the snow-capped peaks of the Tantalus Mountains. Call + 1.800.WHISTLER (+ 1.800.944.7853) to book or request a no-obligation quote.
Amtrak
Take the train and discover the dramatic beauty of the mountains and ocean from a unique perspective. The Amtrak Cascades train provides service from Seattle or Oregon to Vancouver, with the final leg to Whistler completed by bus. Amtrak Cascades trains feature a special technology that uses gravity to tilt through curves, ensuring the smoothest ride possible. They are built for speed and comfort, travelling at top speed of 79 mph (127 km/hour). Call + 1.800.WHISTLER (+ 1.800.944.7853) to book or request a no-obligation quote.
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