Travelling from La Union Airport (POP) to Vancouver: what you need to know
La Union Airport is located in Puerto Plata. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is three hours behind Puerto Plata.
Leave plenty of time to get on your POP to Vancouver flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from POP to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
POP is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central Puerto Plata. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near POP. Whether you're taking an early flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
67.03% of flights that leave from La Union Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from La Union Airport (POP) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've found for a one-way La Union Airport to Vancouver flight is £380. The cheapest price for a return flight is £792. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from POP to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from La Union Airport to Vancouver is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across each month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kms (9 miles). It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from POP to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is around 2 kms (1.00 mile) from central Vancouver. Following your flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your POP to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from CXH once you know your travel dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver has arrived. Central Vancouver is about 64 kms (40 miles) from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your POP to Vancouver flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for a solo adventure or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the right Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the range of wheels available here from names such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
About one week before your flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver is a good time to secure your ride from YXX. You're more likely to land a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Visit Vancouver during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from La Union Airport to Vancouver during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your La Union Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from POP to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are top sights which should be on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 274 kms (170 miles) east to Kelowna to tick off its must-visit sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kamloops is another standout destination in Canada and is around 257 kms (160 miles) north-east of Vancouver. No trip is complete without seeing Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.