Victoria Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Victoria Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

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YYJ Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Victoria International Airport.

What to expect

Victoria Airport (code: YYJ) consists of a small two-level terminal with a few eateries and shops on each side of security. After eateries and shops close at night, vending machines provide the only drink and snack options. WiFi is available, and power outlets can be found to charge mobile devices. There are no lounges at this airport.

Sleeping in Victoria Airport

The airport terminal closes between 1:00 AM and 3:00 AM, but airport security reportedly allows passengers to spend the night if they ask in advance. Find security personnel at the airport or contact them by telephone at 250-953-7511 to request such arrangements. Security personnel will reportedly provide directions on where you can sleep, which may be the observation area or a seating area near a restaurant. Reviewers have reported that both are conducive to sleeping. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

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Airport Hours

The terminal is open from 3:00 AM – 1:00 AM. According to the airport’s website, the domestic area may be opened early for passengers departing on early morning flights or arriving on late or delayed flights with an overnight connection.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Victoria Airport:

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Victoria Airport Sidney (1.1 mi / 1.8 km) Mid-range hotel.
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Airport Sidney (1.3 mi / 2.1 km) Budget hotel.
Best Western Plus Emerald Isle Hotel (1.4 mi / 2.3 km) Mid-range hotel.

Airport Lounges

At the time of this update, pay-per-use lounges were not available. If this information is incorrect, click here to update this airport guide.

Drinking Water

Water fountains with bottle-filling stations are available landside and airside. (February 2025)

Food & Drinks

Food concessions operate on varying schedules:

Landside: Starbucks (5:30 AM – 10:30 PM) • Tim Hortons (7:30 AM – 3:00 PM) • The Fickle Fig (5:00 AM – 1:00 PM Mon-Fri / 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM Sat-Sun)
Airside: Spinnaker’s on the Fly (4:30 AM – 8:30 PM) • Fresh Cup Café at YYJ (5:00 AM – 1:00 PM)

Vending machines are available.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

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Mobile Charging

Power outlets and mobile charging points are available.

Showers

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WiFi / Internet

Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Telus” network.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

Art in the Airport – Rotating art exhibits are displayed throughout the terminal.
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply. Locations: Landside, across from the gift shop • Airside, lower level departure lounge.
Baggage Carts – Available free of charge.
BC Aviation Museum – Aviation museum with aircraft and historical exhibits. Location: Adjacent to the terminal. Hours: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Thur – Mon). Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Children’s Play Area – Location: Upper departure lounge, airside.
Currency Exchange – International Currency Exchange (ICE) kiosks are available. Hours vary.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Harbour Walk Shops offers duty-free and gift items. Location: Airside.
Family Room – Available for travellers with children. Location: Landside, across from the Breakwater Boutique.
Information Desk – Staffed by Red Coat Ambassadors for airport and local information. Location: Arrivals area, across from rental car counters.
Observation Lounge & Eagles Landing Historical Exhibit – Location: 3rd floor, landside.
Smoking – Smoking is not permitted inside the terminal. A designated smoking shelter is located outside in the short-term parking lot near Arrivals.
Workstations – Location: Upper departure lounge, airside.

Airlines

Victoria Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Canada • Air North • Alaska Airlines• Flair • Lynx • Pacific Coastal Airlines • Swoop • WestJet.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Airport Shuttle

The YYJ Airport Shuttle offers shuttle service between the airport and downtown Victoria. For fares and schedule information, visit the YYJ Airport Shuttle website.

Bus

BC Transit offers frequent service (up to 28 departures) between the airport, McTavish Transit Exchange, Swartz Bay, the Saanich Peninsula, and downtown Victoria.

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies are available on-site in the arrivals area: Avis • Budget • Hertz • National • Thrifty. Alamo • Enterprise Rent a Car serves the airport from a nearby off-site location.

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Hotel Shuttles

A few area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Robin Hood Inn and Suites • Victoria Airport Travelodge Hotel.

Taxis and Shuttles

Metered taxis and shared-ride shuttle services are available.

Last updated: 2026-03-31

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.