Flying from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport (YDA): What you need to know
Dawson City Airport is located in Dawson City. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour ahead of Vancouver.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Vancouver to YDA. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 72% land on time at their destination.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 10 minutes to travel the 2 kms (1 mile) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Vancouver to YDA flight? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 72 kms (45 miles) or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Abbotsford International Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Dawson City Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At YXX, that figure is 68%.
Getting from Dawson City Airport (YDA) to central Dawson City
Dawson City Airport is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Dawson City. How long it takes to get there in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport (YDA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport is £184. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £452. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to YDA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Vancouver to Dawson City Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport (YDA)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Dawson City. April is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport (YDA), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Dawson City is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your Vancouver to YDA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -37ºC and -11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dawson City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dawson City right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Dawson City Airport:
Jack London Museum and Klondike National Historic Site are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Dawson City itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Dawson City Museum.
Explore more of Canada
While Dawson City will give you a great introduction to Canada, there's so much more waiting in Mayo. Around 161 kms (100 miles) to the east, this fascinating place has plenty to see and do, like Keno City Mining Museum and Binet House Interpretive Centre.
