Flying from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU). Explore your options for setting off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH), two of the city's main airports.
4 hours 25 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Vancouver to London International Airport.
The timezone in London is UTC-4, which is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver. London International Airport is located in London.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to London International Airport (YXU) is the most popular route. There are 0 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Flair Airlines at 11:00. Opt for the first YVR to YXU departure with Flair Airlines at 11:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Vancouver to YXU.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Take off and land with no stops from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Nonstop flights from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU) can be booked from here.
If you want to leave from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to London International Airport with Flair Airlines.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to London International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU)? Check out the fares departing from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH).
Flair Airlines offers direct flights from Vancouver to YXU departing from CXH. Book your favourite aisle seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 16 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Vancouver to YXU, stay in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
About London International Airport (YXU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to London International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YXU:
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
From London International Airport, London is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU)
For a one-way ticket from Vancouver to London International Airport, $183 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $423. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
Lock in flight tickets from Vancouver to YXU by booking 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to London International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Vancouver to London International Airport while November is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit London, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for London. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Vancouver to YXU sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to London International Airport in January when temperatures average between -13ºC and 2ºC.
More about London
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Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Fanshawe Pioneer Village, Budweiser Gardens and Banting House National Historic Site are essential stops on your London itinerary.
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