Travelling from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Toronto.
Flights from YKF to YVR start at 08:50 — the first with Flair Airlines. The last departure is at 21:40 with Flair Airlines. In total, there are five weekly Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your YKF to YVR flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Travelling to Vancouver (and then exploring more of Canada!) is a breeze with Flair Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Flair Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, $70 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $160. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from YKF to YVR by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Region of Waterloo International Airport, 63.64% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Region of Waterloo International Airport from central Toronto, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 105 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near YKF? If you're boarding an early flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
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 experience more of Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Vancouver. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YKF to YVR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
