Fly private between Vancouver and Whitehorse from US$22,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Vancouver (YVR) ⇄ Whitehorse (YXY) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Vancouver to Whitehorse is roughly 1,483 kilometres — 922 miles, or 801 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Vancouver–Whitehorse spans US$22,500 – US$61,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 15m | 2h 02m – 2h 29m | C$44,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 06m | 1h 53m – 2h 19m | C$60,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 15m | C$44,000 – C$61,000 (~US$32,000 – US$45,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 14m | C$48,000 – C$67,000 (~US$35,000 – US$49,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 09m | C$52,000 – C$73,000 (~US$38,500 – US$54,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 06m | C$60,000 – C$84,000 (~US$44,000 – US$61,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 06m | C$66,000 – C$92,000 (~US$48,500 – US$67,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 09m | C$72,000 – C$100,000 (~US$53,000 – US$74,000) | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Vancouver and Whitehorse are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Vancouver, Canada: Vancouver International Airport, Boundary Bay Airport, Pitt Meadows Regional Airport, Abbotsford International Airport, Nanaimo Airport and Victoria International Airport.
Whitehorse, Canada: Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport.
| Vancouver International Airport | Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYVR / YVR | CYXY / YXY |
| Longest hard runway | 11,500 ft | 9,497 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 14 ft | 2,317 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Vancouver to Whitehorse can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Vancouver International Airport has 11,500 ft and Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport 9,497 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,483 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Boundary Bay Airport (5,606 ft, 19 km) · Pitt Meadows Regional Airport (5,003 ft, 35 km) · Abbotsford International Airport (9,600 ft, 63 km) · Nanaimo Airport (6,602 ft, 52 km) · Whitehorse Seaplane Base · Carcross Seaplane Base
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Vancouver–Whitehorse sector leaves when you do.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 2h 15m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Vancouver–Whitehorse is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$22,500 – US$61,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 15m gate to gate over 1,483 km (922 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Vancouver–Whitehorse charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Whitehorse to Vancouver runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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