Vancouver: FlyOver Canada Ride & Immersive Dome Theater

Summary

Soar above canada’s wild beauty in vancouver’s flyover theater

You’ll step into Vancouver’s FlyOver Canada ride and find yourself flying above forests, lakes, and mountains with your feet dangling over a massive dome screen. From the pre-show stories to the rush of wind on your face, it’s an experience that feels oddly real—and might just stick with you long after you’ve landed.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to feel nervous stepping into a theater, but FlyOver Canada in Vancouver isn’t your regular movie night. The staff at the entrance were joking about “first-time fliers” — I laughed, but honestly, my palms were sweaty. The pre-show surprised me: not just pretty landscapes, but real people from across Canada, their voices echoing around the room. There was this fisherman with weathered hands talking about fog on the Atlantic coast — I could almost smell saltwater for a second.

After that, we shuffled into the boarding zone for our “preflight briefing.” Our guide (I think his name was Mark?) made a joke about not losing our shoes mid-flight — apparently it happens. The safety talk was quick, and then suddenly we’re buckled in with our feet dangling over nothing. The lights dimmed and there was this hush — someone behind me whispered “here we go.” When the ride started, wind hit my face and the floor dropped away. We swooped over snowy peaks and forests so close I instinctively pulled my knees up (like that’d help). At one point I swear I caught a whiff of pine and wet earth as we zipped past lakes.

The whole thing lasted maybe eight minutes? Hard to say — time got weird up there. My stomach did flip-flops when we dove off a cliff edge; Li next to me grabbed my arm and laughed when I yelped (thanks for that). When it ended, nobody rushed out. We just kind of sat there blinking until someone said “wow” under their breath. Walking out through the hangar back into regular city noise felt strange — like waking up from a dream where you’d actually flown somewhere far away. Still thinking about that fisherman and how real he seemed.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Experience immersive Flyover ride

• Enter pre-show area
• Watch audio-visual about Canada
• Attend preflight briefing
• Complete safety orientation
• Board flight deck and buckle in
• Enjoy 8-minute flight simulation
• Experience sights, sounds, and scents
• Exit through the hangar

Top questions

How long does the FlyOver Canada ride last?

The full experience is about 25 minutes including pre-show and briefing; the actual flight simulation lasts around 8 minutes.

Is FlyOver Canada suitable for kids?

Yes, but children must be at least 40" (102cm) tall to ride.

Is FlyOver Canada wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is wheelchair friendly—just let a Guest Service Agent know upon arrival.

Are there any health restrictions for FlyOver Canada?

It’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included in my ticket?

Your ticket covers one showing plus all fees and taxes.

How often do shows start at FlyOver Canada?

Shows start every 20 minutes during operating hours throughout the year.

Can infants join the FlyOver Canada ride?

Infants and small children can ride if they are in a pram or stroller.

Where is FlyOver Canada located?

The attraction is located in Vancouver; public transportation options are nearby.

What’s included

Your entry includes a single showing at FlyOver Canada in Vancouver with all fees and taxes covered—just show up at your scheduled time for your immersive dome theater flight across Canadian landscapes.