Flying from Frankfurt to Vancouver: what you need to know
Frankfurt has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Get off the plane at one of Vancouver's major gateways like Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can also come in for landing at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Around 10 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver is eight hours behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Frankfurt to Vancouver is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can choose from 13 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to YVR is the 10:15 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 14:25 with Condor.
Give yourself enough time to make your Frankfurt to Vancouver flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Vancouver
Score cheap Frankfurt to Vancouver flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Frankfurt to Vancouver is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver, you can depart from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Travel from FRA to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in one seamless journey.
You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Frankfurt to Vancouver plane tickets with departures from FRA, including:
We make it a breeze to book a Frankfurt to Vancouver flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 105 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53%.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 10 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is around 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.
After your flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver, settle in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver has arrived. Central Vancouver is about 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel close to YXX. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your Frankfurt to Vancouver flight:
Start your journey without stressing about how to get to where you're going with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable companies here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Frankfurt to Vancouver for the best deals.
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Vancouver. To avoid the crowds, go to Vancouver in May.
Lock in a Frankfurt to Vancouver ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Vancouver around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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 Frankfurt to Vancouver, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are essential stops on your Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to check off its leading sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of Canada, head for Victoria, about 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are among its highlights.