Flying from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport (YQG): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Explore the options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport (YQG) setting off from either of these bases.
Windsor International Airport is located in Windsor. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Vancouver to YQG.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to YQG flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Windsor International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Windsor International Airport (YQG)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near YQG and turn in quicker:
Getting from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to central Windsor
Windsor International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Windsor. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport is Rs49,778. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs107,873. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to YQG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Vancouver to Windsor International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Vancouver to YQG.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport.
The best time to fly from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport (YQG). Visit Windsor in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Windsor is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 29ºC. Book your Vancouver to YQG flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Windsor
Start your Windsor trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Windsor International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Windsor Riverfront, Lake View Park and Windsor River Cruises are essential stops on your Windsor itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Windsor has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north-east of Windsor, a visit to Hamilton will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Dundurn Castle, Bruce Trail and Waterfront Trail Lookout Point.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Canada, consider London, about 161 kilometres north-east of Windsor. Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village are highlights.
