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YVR airport says passengers need to check flight status amid snowstorm

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 17 Jan, 2024 10:52 AM

Vancouver International Airport is recommending travellers plan ahead and check their flight status as Environment Canada forecasts snow starting this morning.

The airport authority says it anticipates fewer planes will arrive and depart from the airport due to the weather.

Due to heavy snowfall, we are experiencing continued impacts to flight schedules including delays and cancellations. Safety remains our top priority. Please check the status of your flight with your airline before coming to the airport. pic.twitter.com/uDldsTSH27
— YVR (@yvrairport) January 17, 2024

Check the status of your flight before coming to YVR and please give yourself extra time to get to the airport safely. https://t.co/Wam0D1d3bI
— YVR (@yvrairport) January 17, 2024

As the snow continues to fall, we are seeing some impacts to flight schedules. Teams are working hard to keep people and planes moving safely. Please check directly with your airline for the status of your flight before coming to the airport. More: https://t.co/1GpwICCYzf
— YVR (@yvrairport) January 17, 2024

But, it said its runways, taxiways and de-icing services were fully operational as of last night.

Y-V-R says that if a flight has been delayed or cancelled, it recommends travellers rebook online or over the phone rather than at the airport.

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