Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
9 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Vancouver is 7 hours behind London and operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Every week, there are 6 flights from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you want to be on board early, go for the 11:40 British Airways flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from LGW to YVR is 15:20 with British Airways.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
British Airways runs direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to take in the sights in Vancouver — plus maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between LGW and YVR:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Pearson International Airport
Keflavik International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Canada, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LGW to YVR.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport is $464. The cheapest price for a return flight is $764. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flight tickets from LGW to YVR, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central London to London Gatwick Airport takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour and 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 33 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to go to Vancouver during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from LGW to YVR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
As soon as you've locked in your flights from LGW to YVR, you'll want to find a place to stay in Vancouver. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are highlights which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
If you want more choice when planning your trip, consider flying in or out of Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). This international airport is also a popular option for travelling to and from Vancouver.
Complete your Vancouver trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Vancouver International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Vancouver getaway.