Travelling from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. The city is in the UTC-8 timezone and is eight hours behind Belfast.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Belfast to YVR. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Belfast to YVR leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your flight from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and YVR are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to YVR flight:
69% of flights taking off from George Best Belfast City Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you have a late flight from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Belfast to Vancouver International Airport flight.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver is around 11 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, Rs85,872 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs173,585. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to YVR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Belfast to Vancouver International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). July is the busiest month to travel to Vancouver. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in November.
Book a Belfast to YVR plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport in December when temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Belfast to Vancouver International Airport:
Your visit to Vancouver won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you can't miss include Stanley Park Seawall, Stanley Park and Stanley Park Seawall.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Canada, consider Kamloops, about 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver. Valleyview Nature Park, St. Paul's Cathedral and Clearwater Lakes are key highlights.
