CANADA'S CASTLE on the COAST

Travelling between Downtown Vancouver and Downtown Victoria has never been easier than with Helijet. The Helijet terminal is located approximately one mile (1.6km) from Fairmont Empress, and is accessible via taxi or Helijet’s shuttle service.

Accor ALL - Accor Live Limitless members who are guests of Fairmont Empress and/or Fairmont Waterfront are eligible to receive a 15% discount on Helijet flights. Members will need to quote their ALL membership number, as well as their hotel confirmation number when booking flights. For questions or assistance, please contact our Concierge.

If you are arriving via BC Ferries Swartz Bay terminal, you will automatically join Highway 17 as you drive off the ferry.

• Stay on Highway 17 for approximately 33km until you reach Downtown Victoria.
• Highway 17 will turn into Blanchard Street, which will turn into Belleville Street.
• Turn right onto Government Street and you will arrive at Fairmont Empress.

The Harbour Air and Kenmore Air float plane terminal in Victoria is located across the street from Fairmont Empress, along the Inner Harbour. The terminal is located approximately a five minute walk away. Alternatively, taxis are also available.

If you are driving from the airport, simply follow signs for “Victoria”. The airport is located just off of Highway 17, which will take you directly into the heart of Downtown Victoria and to Fairmont Empress.

If you are arriving via BC Ferries Swartz Bay terminal, you will automatically join Highway 17 as you drive off the ferry. Stay on Highway 17 for approximately 33km until you reach Downtown Victoria. Highway 17 will turn into Blanchard Street, which will turn into Belleville Street. Turn right onto Government Street and you will arrive at Fairmont Empress.