Travelling from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is eight hours behind Ljubljana, where Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is located. Vancouver follows the UTC-7 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your LJU to Vancouver flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from LJU to Vancouver. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Ljubljana, LJU can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LJU:
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that take off from LJU arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver flight is Rs99,139. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs203,234. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LJU to Vancouver. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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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 roughly 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and chase adventure across Vancouver and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LJU to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Once you've hopped off your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your LJU to Vancouver flight at any of these well-located options:
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel close to YXX. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your LJU to Vancouver flight:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable names here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
About one week before your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to book your ride from YXX. You're more likely to land a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Vancouver in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LJU to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Vancouver, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are a couple of top attractions to put on your Vancouver to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.