Flying from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport (YYJ): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) setting off from either of these.
Book a direct flight from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 30 minutes.
Victoria's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Vancouver. Victoria International Airport is located in Victoria.
With 144 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 06:40. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from YVR to YYJ is with Air Canada at 22:20.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to YYJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule 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)
Take the express route from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) are available from here.
Leading airlines that have direct flights from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport out of YVR include:
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) operates direct flights from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
When jetting off from CXH, you'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Vancouver to YYJ. Cruise at 30,000 feet with these leading carriers:
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 16 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Vancouver to YYJ? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport, nothing beats 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 options near YYJ:
Getting from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria
Victoria International Airport to the centre of Victoria is around 31 minutes in a car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
$32 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport. Return flights start from $92. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 3 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Vancouver to YYJ.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport if you plan your break for December. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
May is the quietest time of year to fly to Victoria. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to YYJ in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in February if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport.
More about Victoria
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Victoria right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are must-do's during your Victoria adventure.
Complete your Victoria trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Vancouver to Victoria International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Victoria. Check out the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.