Victoria International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 13, 2026, local time)
About 15h 49m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Victoria International Airport
Victoria International Airport serves Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. It is 12 nautical miles north northwest of Victoria on the Saanich Peninsula, with the bulk of the airport in North Saanich, and a small portion of the airfield extending into Sidney. The airport is run by the Victoria Airport Authority. YYJ has many non-stop daily flights to Vancouver International Airport, which is a major airport serving many global routes. Additionally, Victoria International has non-stop international service to Seattle (SEA), and domestic service to Ottawa (YOW), Toronto (YYZ), Montreal, Calgary (YYC), Edmonton (YEG), alongside several smaller cities in British Columbia and Yukon. The airport also has seasonal non-stop service to several Mexican resort destinations. Non-stop service between Victoria and the United States decreased by 50% at the beginning of September 2019 when Delta Air Lines permanently ended its three daily flights to Seattle, after which only Alaska Airlines continued to fly the route.
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Live weather
CYYJLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 7,000 ft / 2,134 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 03 / 21▸ displaced | 5,027 ft / 1,532 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32▸ displaced | 5,001 ft / 1,524 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (14)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ARR | Victoria Arrivals | 125.950 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.400 MHz |
| DEP | Victoria Departures | 133.850 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MF | Kamloops Radio, 08-14Z, 7nm below 2500ASL | 119.700 MHz |
| MIL | Stinger ops, 443 Squadron | 349.300 MHz |
| PVT ADV | ESSO | 122.950 MHz |
| PVT ADV | Shell | 122.850 MHz |
| RCO | Pacific Radio (FISE) | 122.375 MHz |
| RCO | Kamloops Radio (RAAS), 08-14Z | 119.700 MHz |
| TML | Victoria Terminal | 127.800 MHz |
| TWR | Victoria Tower (inner) | 119.700 MHz |
| TWR | Victoria Tower (outer unless closed by ATIS) | 119.100 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V495 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| B20 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| A1 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T618 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V338 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VICTORIA CZ | Class C | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 6500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Victoria International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Victoria International Airport?
The ICAO code for Victoria International Airport is CYYJ, and its IATA code is YYJ.
Where is Victoria International Airport located?
Victoria International Airport is large airport located in Victoria, Canada, at an elevation of 63 ft (19 m).
How many runways does Victoria International Airport have?
Victoria International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,000 ft / 2,134 m.
Which airlines fly to Victoria International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Victoria International Airport include Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Pacific Coastal Airline, United Airlines, WestJet (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Victoria International Airport?
Historical data lists 8 nonstop destinations from Victoria International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Victoria International Airport in?
Victoria International Airport is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Victoria International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Victoria International Airport is approximately 15.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Victoria International Airport?
The nearest airport to Victoria International Airport is Michell Airpark (CA-0811), about 5.1 nm to the sse, followed by Stuart Island West Airport and Stuart Island Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Victoria International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.