Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Domestic)

Located between Gates C29 and C30 in YVR's domestic terminal, the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge serves as the flagship domestic lounge for Air Canada's western hub operations. The lounge occupies an elevated position overlooking parts of the terminal and features a spacious layout with a variety of seating areas for dining, relaxing, or working. Travelers can enjoy complimentary food and beverages, self-serve bar options, Wi-Fi, workstations, and comfortable seating throughout the lounge. Design elements inspired by British Columbia, including Indigenous artwork and natural materials, help create a welcoming atmosphere. The lounge is especially popular among frequent flyers and premium cabin passengers travelling across Canada. For eligible Air Canada and Star Alliance travelers, it offers a substantial upgrade over the busy domestic terminal experience.

How to Access the Maple Leaf Lounge YVR Domestic

The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at Vancouver International's Domestic Terminal (also searched as the AC lounge YVR or Air Canada lounge Vancouver) is located between Gates C29 and C30 in the Pier C corridor, past domestic security. Access is available to:

• Air Canada Business or Premium Rouge passengers on same-day domestic flights
• Aeroplan 50K, 75K, and Super Elite 100K members (guest included)
• Star Alliance Gold members flying Air Canada that day
• Maple Leaf Club Members (annual paid subscription)
• Cardholders on qualifying Aeroplan premium credit cards: TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege, CIBC Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege, and American Express Aeroplan Reserve
• Air Canada One-Time Guest Pass holders (four passes per year on eligible cards)

What This Lounge Is Not

Priority Pass and DragonPass are not accepted at any Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge, including this one. Amex Platinum, Amex Cobalt, and non-Aeroplan Amex cards do not grant entry. Walk-in day passes are not sold at the door.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Amex Platinum work at the Air Canada lounge in Vancouver?
No. Amex Platinum grants Priority Pass access, which is not accepted at any Maple Leaf Lounge. To access this lounge with an Amex card, hold the Amex Aeroplan Reserve on the day of an Air Canada flight.

Can I get into the Maple Leaf Lounge YVR Domestic on a WestJet flight?
No. This lounge is for Air Canada operating flights only. WestJet Business Class passengers should use the WestJet Elevation Lounge at YVR when available.

What time does the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge open at YVR Domestic?
Hours track the earliest and latest Air Canada domestic departures out of YVR — typically 05:00 to 22:30 daily. Confirm on the day of travel via the Air Canada app.

Access rules verified against Air Canada's official lounge policy — last checked August 2026.