Flying from Dubai to Vancouver: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when planning your flight from Dubai to Vancouver.
Vancouver has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Disembark at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Around 15 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Dubai to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, making Vancouver 11 hours behind Dubai.
The busiest route for flights from Dubai to Vancouver is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Take your pick of two services every week between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to YVR is the 02:05 Air Canada service. If you prefer to travel later, the last scheduled departure is at 02:05 with Air Canada.
To ensure you make it on your Dubai to Vancouver flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Vancouver
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June is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Dubai to Vancouver. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Dubai to Vancouver flights.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Set off from Dubai Airport (DXB) on a nonstop flight from Dubai to Vancouver. From DXB, you can fly directly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Look out for deals with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Dubai to Vancouver plane tickets out of DXB.
We make it easy to find a Dubai to Vancouver flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Vancouver:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is approximately 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). After your flight from Dubai to Vancouver has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
After your flight from Dubai to Vancouver, rest your head at a hotel near CXH. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Dubai to Vancouver has landed. Central Vancouver is about 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YXX after your Dubai to Vancouver flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are reliable rental providers.
Around one week ahead of your flight from Dubai to Vancouver is a good time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to land a better deal or catch some early booking discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Vancouver, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Dubai to Vancouver 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.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Vancouver around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Vancouver, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another standout destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
