Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver is 9 hours 25 minutes.
Vancouver is seven hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Vancouver observes the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route is from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can choose from two weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LGW to YVR is the 11:40 British Airways option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 11:40 with British Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LGW to Vancouver flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at LGW and travel straight to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). That will be your arrival point when searching for London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver tickets.
British Airways is a leading airline that operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from LGW to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Vancouver
Rs69,205 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs143,335. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap flights from LGW to Vancouver by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your flight from LGW to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.
After stepping off your LGW to Vancouver flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver has landed. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by staying at a hotel near YXX after your LGW to Vancouver flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Start your trip without stressing about how to get to where you're going with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book with trusted suppliers here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Plan your trip to Vancouver in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Vancouver around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are major attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.