Travelling from Victoria to Vancouver: what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Victoria's main airports, Victoria International Airport (YYJ) or Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Victoria to Vancouver jetting off from either of these.
When it comes to landing in Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a key hub. Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is another.
Around 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Victoria to Vancouver flight.
Victoria and Vancouver follow the same timezone, UTC-7.
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 106 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Victoria to Vancouver is with Air Canada at 21:20. Opt for the first YYJ to YVR departure operated by Air Canada at 06:00 to make the most of your first day in Vancouver.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Victoria to Vancouver flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Vancouver
Right now, £28 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Victoria to Vancouver. The cheapest price for a return flight is £46. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap Victoria to Vancouver flights by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Victoria to Vancouver. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Victoria to Vancouver.
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Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
You can catch a direct flight from Victoria to Vancouver departing from Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Start your trip at YYJ and arrive at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Leading carriers that offer direct Victoria to Vancouver plane tickets from YYJ include:
Located around 15 miles from central Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Victoria International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Victoria to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the flights that depart from Victoria International Airport, 67.45% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 7 miles from the centre of Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Victoria to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your Victoria to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is approximately 0.5 miles from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Victoria to Vancouver has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to CXH. Tuck yourself in after your Victoria to Vancouver flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from CXH ahead of time. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when demand is high.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Victoria to Vancouver and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Vancouver is around 40 miles from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour to drive there.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near YXX and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late Victoria to Vancouver flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to where you're going with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted names here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Victoria to Vancouver. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month for flights from Victoria to Vancouver. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Vancouver in May.
Lock in a Victoria to Vancouver ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Victoria to Vancouver around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from Victoria to Vancouver, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are essential stops on your Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 20 miles south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 60 miles south of Vancouver, Victoria is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.