Scenic seaplane transfer between Vancouver and Victoria

Scenic seaplane transfer Vancouver ↔ Victoria – Harbour Air (35 min)

This Harbour Air flight connects Vancouver and Victoria by seaplane, with a listed flight time around 35 minutes. The value is twofold: a point-to-point trip from downtown terminals and an overflight of the Salish Sea and the Gulf Islands before arrival at Victoria’s Inner Harbour. The exact departure point depends on the direction chosen (Vancouver → Victoria or Victoria → Vancouver).

Sights you may see during the flight

Departing from Coal Harbour, the overflight quickly puts Vancouver’s waterfront into perspective; Stanley Park and the Lion’s Gate Bridge, then the crossing continues over the Salish Sea toward the Gulf Islands. On approach to Victoria, the seaplane arrives into the Inner Harbour, with landmarks like the Fairmont Empress and the British Columbia Parliament Buildings.

Terminal, schedule, and baggage

Arrival at the terminal is required at least 40 minutes before the scheduled time, with check-in closing 20 minutes before departure. The guaranteed baggage allowance is 25 lb (11.3 kg) and includes all items, handbags included. Additional baggage is accepted subject to available space with a fee. For ID, passengers 18 and over must present either one government-issued photo ID, or two pieces of government-issued non-photo ID. Unaccompanied minors are not accepted, and the return is booked separately.