Why does the YVR to Richmond taxi fare change by area?

Richmond is split into multiple YVR flat-fare zones including Sea Island, North Richmond, Central Richmond, South Richmond, Steveston, North East Richmond, South East Richmond and Far East Richmond. The fare changes based on the eligible zone where the passenger is dropped off.

Is the Vancouver Airport to Richmond taxi fare fixed?

Trips departing from YVR to listed Richmond zones normally use YVR flat zone fares when the destination is inside an eligible zone. Trips outside the zone map or trips going back to YVR are normally metered.

Does the YVR to Richmond taxi fare include the airport fee?

Yes. Listed YVR flat zone fares include GST and the $4 Passenger Load Charge where the zone fare applies for trips departing from Vancouver International Airport.

What is the taxi fare from YVR to Central Richmond?

The YVR to Central Richmond / Richmond Centre Zone 102 flat fare is estimated CAD $31, including GST and the YVR Passenger Load Charge.

Vancouver Airport Taxi Fare

Vancouver Airport to Richmond Taxi Fare

Q: How much is a taxi from Vancouver Airport to Richmond?

The taxi fare from Vancouver Airport (YVR) to Richmond depends on the destination zone. YVR Richmond flat fares range from CAD $24 to CAD $47. Central Richmond / Richmond Centre Zone 102 is estimated CAD $31.

Last updated: June 14, 2026

Estimate the taxi fare from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Richmond, British Columbia using published YVR Richmond flat-fare zone information last reviewed in June 2026, route distance, ride duration and Metro Vancouver taxi meter rules for return or non-zone trips.

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How much is a taxi from Vancouver Airport to Richmond?

Estimated Fare

CAD $31.00

YVR to Central Richmond / Richmond Centre Zone 102 flat-fare estimate. The listed amount includes GST and the $4 Passenger Load Charge where the zone fare applies.

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From Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Richmond, BC, Canada

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About the Vancouver Airport to Richmond taxi fare estimate

The taxi fare from Vancouver Airport to Richmond depends on the exact Richmond zone where your destination is located. Richmond is split into multiple YVR flat-fare zones, so the estimate can be different for Sea Island, North Richmond, Central Richmond, South Richmond, Steveston and Far East Richmond.

For a general Richmond city centre trip, this page uses Central Richmond / Richmond Centre Zone 102 with an estimated YVR flat fare of CAD $31 where the zone fare applies. Choose another Richmond zone above if your destination is in a different part of Richmond.

YVR to Richmond flat-zone fare estimates range from CAD $24 to CAD $47 depending on the destination zone.
Central Richmond / Richmond Centre Zone 102 is shown as an estimated CAD $31.00 where the zone fare applies.
Listed YVR flat fares include GST and the $4 Passenger Load Charge where the zone fare applies.
Trips going to YVR are normally estimated by meter because YVR flat-zone fares generally apply to trips departing from YVR.
Requested stops, multiple drop-offs, tolls, clean-up fees and tips are not included unless entered separately. This page is for fare information only and does not book a taxi or guarantee the final fare.

Official Vancouver airport fare sources

This page is a public fare estimate guide based on YVR taxi zone fare information and BC Passenger Transportation Board Metro Vancouver common taxi rate references. Verify the latest Richmond zone fare, passenger load charge, destination eligibility and permitted extras before travel.

Sources: YVR – Taxis and zone fares • BC Passenger Transportation Board – Rule 9 common rate for Metro Vancouver

Disclaimer: This page does not book a taxi, replace official airport fare notices, confirm zone eligibility or guarantee the final fare. Final fare can vary by taxi meter, route choice, traffic conditions, stops, tolls, clean-up fees, multiple drop-offs, airport rules and other permitted charges.