Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 17 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from ADL to Vancouver.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ADL to Vancouver. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
To travel to Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Adelaide, ADL can be reached in approximately 17 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near ADL. Whether you have an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Vancouver
$635 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,239. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ADL to Vancouver if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is approximately 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). As soon as your flight from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 16 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from ADL to Vancouver at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver. To escape the crowds, head for Vancouver in May when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap flights from ADL to Vancouver in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Vancouver, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are top attractions which should feature on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
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