Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is eight hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Vancouver runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your EDI to Vancouver flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to Vancouver. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Vancouver
Rs66,982 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver flight. A return ticket right now is Rs156,210. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from EDI to Vancouver if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EDI to Vancouver by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find a cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from EDI to Vancouver can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Once you've disembarked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take about 10 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your EDI to Vancouver flight:
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CXH a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi after your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is around 2 hours 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel near YXX. Check in to one of these options after your EDI to Vancouver flight:
About one week before your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to secure your ride from YXX. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Vancouver
January is the quietest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Vancouver in February when temperatures average between -2ºC and 10ºC.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Vancouver, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Stanley Park and Stanley Park Seawall are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Vancouver travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Downtown Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
If you want to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Kamloops, about 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver. St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park are key reasons to visit.