Plaza Premium First Vancouver Airport (YVR): 2026 Guide
Plaza Premium First is the premium independent lounge at Vancouver Airport for passengers leaving on international flights outside Canada and the United States. It is airside in Pier D between Gates D67 and D68. Domestic and U.S. transborder passengers cannot reach it.
Plaza Premium First at Vancouver Airport
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| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Location | Airside in International Departures, Pier D, Level 4, between Gates D67 and D68 |
| Eligible flights | International departures outside Canada and the United States |
| Opening hours | Currently listed as 09:00-01:30 daily |
| Best for | International passengers wanting YVR's higher-end independent lounge |
| Facilities | Dining, drinks, Wi-Fi, charging, runway views and showers |
Is Plaza Premium First right for your flight?
Choose this lounge when your boarding pass sends you through YVR's international Pier D departure area and you want a more premium experience than a standard independent lounge. It is not available for Canadian domestic or U.S. transborder departures because those flights use separate secure zones.
Confirm your departure stream before buying a pass. At YVR, a lounge in the wrong zone is not a practical alternative.
Where is Plaza Premium First?
The lounge is airside on Level 4 of Pier D, beside the food court and duty-free area and between Gates D67 and D68. Follow signs for the international gates after completing security and the required departure formalities.
What is inside?
The lounge focuses on dining and a quieter premium setting, with buffet and a la carte choices, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, Wi-Fi, charging and runway-facing seating. Shower access is included with the current pass listing but remains subject to availability, so ask at reception when you arrive.
Plaza Premium First or the standard lounge?
Plaza Premium First is the stronger choice when dining, drinks and a more refined environment matter most. The standard Plaza Premium Lounge in international departures is the more straightforward option if you mainly need food, Wi-Fi and comfortable seating. Eligible airline passengers should also compare the lounge included with their ticket or status before paying separately.
Not leaving from international Pier D? Compare the domestic, international and U.S. transborder lounge choices across Vancouver Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Plaza Premium First at Vancouver Airport?
It is airside on Level 4 of the international terminal's Pier D, between Gates D67 and D68.
Can domestic passengers use Plaza Premium First YVR?
No. The lounge is only accessible to passengers departing on international flights outside Canada and the United States.
What are the Plaza Premium First YVR opening hours?
The current pass listing shows 09:00 to 01:30 daily. Recheck the hours for your travel date.
Can I buy a pass for Plaza Premium First YVR?
Yes. Online passes are available for eligible international passengers, subject to the pass conditions and lounge capacity.
Does Plaza Premium First YVR have showers?
Yes. The current pass listing includes shower access, subject to availability.