Vancouver Island is home to a network of regional airports that connect its coastal cities, towns, and remote communities. While ferry travel is a defining part of getting around the region, air service plays an important role in linking the island to mainland British Columbia and beyond.
From the provincial capital to remote northern communities and surf towns on the west coast, each airport reflects a different part of the island’s geography and identity.
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the largest and busiest airport on Vancouver Island. Located near Sidney, it serves the capital region and provides the primary air connection between southern Vancouver Island and major cities across Canada.
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Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Nanaimo Airport (YCD) serves central Vancouver Island and is located just south of the city. It provides convenient access to one of the island’s fastest-growing urban areas and surrounding communities.
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Comox Valley Airport (YQQ)
Comox Valley Airport (YQQ), located at CFB Comox, serves the central and northern mid-island region. It connects a mix of military, civilian, and regional traffic to destinations across western Canada.
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Campbell River Airport (YBL)
Campbell River Airport (YBL) serves the north-central coast of Vancouver Island. It is a key access point for outdoor recreation, marine tourism, and northern island communities.
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Tofino-Long Beach Airport (YAZ)
Tofino-Long Beach Airport (YAZ) serves the west coast of Vancouver Island, a region known for surfing, storm watching, and coastal wilderness. It provides direct access to one of the island’s most remote and iconic destinations.
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Port Hardy Airport (YZT)
Port Hardy Airport (YZT) serves the northern tip of Vancouver Island. It is a vital connection point for remote communities and access to some of the most rugged and untouched landscapes in British Columbia.
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A Connected Island Network
From Victoria in the south to Port Hardy in the north, Vancouver Island’s airports create a connected network that supports both everyday travel and tourism across the region. Each airport reflects a different part of the island’s geography, from urban centres to remote coastal communities.
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