Flying from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Victoria: what you need to know
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located in Quebec. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Victoria is four hours behind Quebec.
To avoid missing your YQB to Victoria flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 9 miles from the centre of Quebec, YQB can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Victoria? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YQB:
When it comes to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.79% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Victoria
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Victoria flight is £142. The cheapest price for a return flight is £328. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YQB to Victoria, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to the centre of Victoria takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 17 miles away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Victoria. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Victoria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis to explore Victoria and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Victoria International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from YQB to Victoria.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Central Victoria is located around 1 mile from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). Once your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Victoria has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 10 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near YWH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YQB to Victoria flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Victoria
Before locking in your flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Victoria, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Victoria offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Victoria plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YQB to Victoria around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Victoria
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Victoria right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Victoria:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Craigdarroch Castle, Royal BC Museum and Inner Harbour are major attractions which should feature on any good Victoria itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Abbotsford is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Victoria. Around 65 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
Coquitlam is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 65 miles north-east of Victoria. No journey is complete without experiencing Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.
