Travelling from Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Burbank (the location of Bob Hope Airport) and Vancouver follow the same timezone — UTC-7.
For a relaxed start to your BUR to Vancouver flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from BUR to Vancouver, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
BUR is about 5 kilometres from central Burbank. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near BUR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Bob Hope Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.63% of flights that take off from BUR arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find BUR at 2627 Hollywood Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Vancouver
The best price we've seen for a one-way Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver flight is Rs26,852. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs60,306. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BUR to Vancouver, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver ticket.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BUR to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. After your flight from Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 15 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CXH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BUR to Vancouver flight:
In general, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from CXH once you know your travel dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near YXX after your BUR to Vancouver flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Whether you're after a mini for a solo getaway or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available from providers such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver for the best deals.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before booking your flights from Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Vancouver offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BUR to Vancouver around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bob Hope Airport to Vancouver, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are leading attractions which should feature on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to tick off its leading attractions. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Kamloops is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without a visit to Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.
