Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 5 minutes.
Vancouver is three hours behind London and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your YXU to YVR flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flair Airlines is your gateway to discovering Vancouver (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Flair Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$254 is the best price for a one-way London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start from $464. These fares may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from YXU to YVR, reserve your journey ten months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
50.41% of flights taking off from London International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach London International Airport from central London, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YXU:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you have a late London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and discover more of Vancouver and beyond.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Vancouver. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from London International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YXU to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another essential stop in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.