Travelling from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) begins with finding the best airport to start your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Santa Cruz is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver. Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to VVI, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to VVI:
About Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Consider booking a hotel close to VVI if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to central Santa Cruz
From Viru Viru International Airport, Santa Cruz is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Book a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport from $1,717 or travel return from just $2,448. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Vancouver to VVI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Finding flight tickets from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Santa Cruz in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Vancouver to VVI for September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santa Cruz to range from 18ºC to 39ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Santa Cruz
Make sure you add Plaza Principal de Tres Cruces to your itinerary. This is one of the top sights to see while you're visiting Santa Cruz.
Complete your Santa Cruz trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Vancouver to Viru Viru International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Santa Cruz. Browse the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
