Travelling from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is seven hours behind Accra and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ACC to YVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ACC and YVR:
London Gatwick Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is Rs212,436. A return plane ticket right now is Rs319,038. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ACC to YVR if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ACC to YVR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
70.37% of flights that take off from Kotoka International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Kotoka International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Accra. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ACC:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're coming in on a late Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Travel at your own speed with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and find adventure across Vancouver and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to go to Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ACC to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey about 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its must-visit sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Victoria is another standout destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without seeing Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
