Flying from Vancouver to Varna Airport (VAR): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Varna Airport (VAR) begins with finding the most convenient airport to jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your main options in Vancouver.
Varna Airport is located in Varna. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to VAR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Varna Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Vancouver to VAR flight? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Varna Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Varna Airport (VAR)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Varna Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near VAR and hit the lights earlier:
Grab a Varna Airport rental car and explore Varna and beyond with your own wheels. EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car and Goldcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Varna Airport flight.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
The centre of Varna is around 8 kilometres from Varna Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Varna Airport (VAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Varna Airport is $1,455. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,660. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to VAR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Vancouver to Varna Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Varna Airport (VAR)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Varna Airport (VAR). July is when most people travel to Varna. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
Book a Vancouver to VAR plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Varna to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Varna Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Varna
Start your Varna trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Varna Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Varna when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Sahara Beach followed by Beach Golden Sands and Opera Varna.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Varna. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Bulgaria, head for Stara Zagora, about 193 kilometres south-west of Varna. Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park are key highlights.
