Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Vancouver and you'll be in the air for around 14 hours.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 20 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located.
With eight departures a week between the two airports, Auckland Airport (AKL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the busiest route. Catch Air Canada's 13:00 flight to get your trip from AKL to YVR underway.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your AKL to Vancouver flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Begin your trip at AKL and fly straight to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). That will be your arrival point when searching for Auckland Airport to Vancouver tickets.
Air New Zealand is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Auckland Airport to Vancouver.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from AKL to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Travelling from central Auckland to AKL takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near AKL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.31% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Vancouver
The best price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Vancouver flight is Rs120,159. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs283,449. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from AKL to Vancouver, reserve your trip five months before your departure.
The best month for finding cheap Auckland Airport to Vancouver tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Auckland Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from AKL to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Auckland Airport to Vancouver has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your AKL to Vancouver flight:
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from CXH the moment you know your dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Auckland Airport to Vancouver and go straight to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour to reach by car.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near YXX after your AKL to Vancouver flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to your destination with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from YXX one week before your flight from Auckland Airport to Vancouver for the best deals.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Visit Vancouver during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Auckland Airport to Vancouver in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book an Auckland Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Auckland Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are major attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to check off its leading attractions. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, head for Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are the start of reasons to visit.