Flying from Vancouver to Castries: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Castries. Explore your options for jetting out of Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Touch down in Castries at George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) or Hewanorra Airport (UVF).
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Castries three hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you make your Vancouver to Castries flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Castries
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Vancouver to Castries flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Castries? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Castries flight:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. To put it plainly, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) is approximately 2 kilometres from the centre of Castries. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 5 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel near SLU if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Castries. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt to explore Castries and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from George F. L. Charles Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Castries. Once you've hopped off your flight from Vancouver to Castries, it takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After your flight from Vancouver to Castries, unwind at a hotel near UVF. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Hewanorra Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Drive A Matic, Sixt or Final Rentals and set off in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from UVF one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Castries, while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Castries based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Castries is September, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Vancouver to Castries ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Castries in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Castries
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Castries right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Vancouver to Castries:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Derek Walcott Square, Morne Fortune and Immaculate Conception Church are attractions you won't want to skip in Castries.
Explore more of Saint Lucia
You've done Castries, now it's time to discover other parts of Saint Lucia. Journey about 32 kilometres south to Vieux Fort to check off its leading sights. From Maria Islands Museum to Anse Des Sables Beach and YoungFaith Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Head 24 kilometres south-east from Castries and you'll be in Micoud, another notable stop in Saint Lucia. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Josephine Splash Park and Ti Rocher Community Park.
