Travelling from Vancouver to Penticton Airport (YYF): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport (YYF) departing from either of these.
Around 53 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport.
Penticton's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Vancouver. Penticton Airport is located in Penticton.
With 57 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Penticton Airport (YYF) is the most popular route. Pacific Coastal Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from YVR to YYF is with Pacific Coastal Airlines at 15:55.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to YYF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Go straight to your destination from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Penticton Airport (YYF) are available from here.
When taking off from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport with Pacific Coastal Airlines.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Looking to fly out of Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)? You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport (YYF) out of this hub.
Get on your direct flight from Vancouver to YYF with Pacific Coastal Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of CXH.
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 16 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to YYF:
About Penticton Airport (YYF)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near YYF:
Getting from Penticton Airport (YYF) to central Penticton
Penticton Airport to central Penticton is about 12 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Penticton Airport (YYF)
Book a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Penticton Airport from Rs22,213 or travel return from just Rs43,524. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
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June is the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to Penticton Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Penticton Airport (YYF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Penticton Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Penticton in May when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver to YYF for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Penticton to range from 9ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport in December when temperatures average between -14ºC and 3ºC.
More about Penticton
Start your Penticton trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Penticton Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Penticton is to explore its leading attractions. Highlights include Okanagan Lake Beach, Penticton Museum & Archives and LocoLanding Adventure Park.
Complete your Penticton trip with a car rental
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