Flying from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base (YWS): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base (YWS). Explore your options for setting off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH), two of the city's main airports.
Approximately 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base.
Vancouver and Whistler (where Green Lake Sea Plane Base is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
With 5 direct flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Green Lake Sea Plane Base (YWS) is the busiest route. Harbour Air operates the earliest flight at 09:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from YVR to YWS is with Harbour Air at 13:30.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to YWS, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can take a direct flight from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport (YWS) out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
You can travel on a direct flight from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport with Harbour Air. This popular carrier operates departures from YVR.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
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Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Prefer to leave from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)? You can reserve a direct flight from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base (YWS) out of this popular hub.
Get on your direct flight from Vancouver to YWS with Harbour Air. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of CXH.
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
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About Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport (YWS)
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Getting from Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport (YWS) to central Whistler
Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport to central Whistler is about 6 minutes in a car. It's approximately 3 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 23 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport (YWS)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport from Rs39,817 or travel return from just Rs80,062. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Vancouver to YWS.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport (YWS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Whistler. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Whistler is August, with the temperature ranging between 7ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to YWS in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Green Lake Sea Plane Base Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 2ºC on average.
More about Whistler
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One of the best ways to experience Whistler is to check out its top attractions. Some highlights include Whistler Blackcomb, peak 2 peak Gondola and Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre.
Complete your Whistler trip with a car rental
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