Travelling from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Prince George (the location of Prince George Airport).
Prince George Airport (YXS) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most traveled route, with 57 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from YXS to YVR is with Air Canada at 20:10. Choose the first departure with Air Canada at 05:25 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Allow plenty of time to get on your YXS to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Prince George Airport to Vancouver tickets are available for booking. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is where you'll disembark.
WestJet is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Prince George Airport to Vancouver.
To get to YXS from central Prince George, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
When it comes to Prince George Airport's on-time performance, 51.12% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Vancouver
Rs9,770 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Prince George Airport to Vancouver flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs26,187. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from YXS to Vancouver, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Prince George Airport to Vancouver tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YVR if you have a late flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your flight from YXS to Vancouver can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is located around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CXH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your YXS to Vancouver flight:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from CXH before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver.
The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near YXX after your YXS to Vancouver flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to your next stop with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Vancouver in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Prince George Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from YXS to Vancouver around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are major attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to check off its top attractions. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Kamloops is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without visiting Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.
