Can large private jets land at Victoria International Airport?

Yes. The primary runway is 7,000 feet, sufficient for the great majority of business jets, and two additional runways provide further operational flexibility.

How far is Victoria Airport from downtown Victoria?

The airport is in North Saanich, about 12 nautical miles north-northwest of downtown Victoria, a straightforward drive along the Saanich Peninsula.

Does Victoria Airport serve Gulf Islands and Vancouver Island destinations?

Yes. Victoria is a convenient charter arrival point for onward travel by air, ferry, or private transfer to the Gulf Islands and other Vancouver Island communities.

Is Victoria International Airport open to international arrivals?

Yes, Victoria is an airport of entry with customs services; Élan arranges the required advance clearance notice for international charter flights.

What is the weather like for flying into Victoria?

Victoria has a mild coastal climate that generally supports reliable year-round flight operations, though Élan's team monitors Pacific coastal weather systems for every scheduled arrival.

Private jet on the ramp at Victoria International Airport on Vancouver Island

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Private Flights fromVictoria International Airport (YYJ)

Victoria International Airport is the private aviation gateway to Vancouver Island's capital city, connecting charter passengers to Victoria's harbour, wine country, and coastal resorts across the Salish Sea from mainland British Columbia.

Victoria, BCOn-demand private charter24/7 charter support

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Longest Runway7,000 ft

Airport CodesYYJ / CYYJ

LocationVictoria, BC

Field Elevation64 ft

Airport Staff24 / 7

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Weather at YYJ

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Private Jet Charter from YYJ

Fly private from Victoria International Airport

Victoria International Airport serves as Vancouver Island's principal aviation gateway, with three paved runways, the longest at 7,000 feet, giving Élan clients flexibility across the full range of charter aircraft for trips to British Columbia's capital city and the surrounding Saanich Peninsula wine region.

Located in North Saanich, about 12 nautical miles from downtown Victoria, the airport is well positioned for both business travel into the capital and leisure trips to Vancouver Island's harbour towns, coastal resorts, and Gulf Islands. A NAV CANADA control tower staffs the field during extended daily hours.

Victoria draws steady charter demand year-round given its mild coastal climate, and Élan's team coordinates ground transfers across the Saanich Peninsula and into downtown Victoria for every arrival, along with connections to nearby island and mainland destinations by air or ferry.

Why depart privately from YYJ?

7,000-foot primary runway supporting the full range of charter aircraft
Gateway to Victoria's harbour, wine country, and Gulf Islands
Mild coastal climate supports reliable year-round operations
Convenient positioning on the Saanich Peninsula near wineries and resorts
Strong FBO infrastructure for both business and leisure travelers

Runway information

3 mixed-surface runways

09/27

7,000 x 200 ftGrooved asphalt

Primary runway

03/21

5,027 x 200 ftAsphalt

Displaced thresholds on both ends

14/32

5,001 x 200 ftGrooved asphalt

Displaced threshold on runway 14

On-site Facilities

Built around private aviation

Full-Range Jet Charter

Aircraft options from light jets to large-cabin jets for Vancouver Island travel.

Saanich Peninsula Ground Transfers

Private transportation to Victoria's harbour, wineries, and resorts.

Gulf Islands Connections

Coordination of onward transfers to nearby island communities.

International Customs Coordination

Advance arrangement of clearance for international flights.

Coastal Weather Contingency Planning

Flexible scheduling around Pacific coastal weather patterns.

FBO & Ramp Coordination

Efficient handling for both business and leisure charter passengers.

Operational details can change. Élan Aviation confirms handling, customs, NOTAMs, airport hours, and aircraft suitability for each itinerary.

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Destinations from YYJ

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