Travelling from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Explore your options for leaving Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport.
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 8 hours behind Paris.
The busiest route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), with 9 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to YVR is the 10:10 Air France option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 10:20 with Air France.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Paris to YVR. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like June or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Take off and land with no stops from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Nonstop flights from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport with Air France. This well-known airline operates services from CDG.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Paris to YVR. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
From the centre of Paris, CDG is around 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) offers nonstop flights from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
From ORY, direct flights from Paris to YVR are offered by Air France.
You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 57 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Paris to YVR? Check in to a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near YVR:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver is around 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes around 33 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Book a one-way ticket from Paris to Vancouver International Airport from Rs63,701 or travel return from just Rs149,361. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To snag cheap tickets from Paris to YVR, reserve your journey 8 months before your planned departure.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Paris to Vancouver International Airport by travelling in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Vancouver, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Schedule your flight from Paris to YVR for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Vancouver International Airport 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are must-do's during your Vancouver adventure.
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