Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours.
Vancouver is seven hours behind Dublin and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DUB to YVR flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Air Canada has direct flights from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Vancouver — and maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air Canada.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DUB and YVR:
Calgary International Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$337 is the best price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $722. These fares may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from DUB to YVR by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DUB to YVR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dublin Airport, data shows 72.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DUB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Reserve a hotel near YVR if you're catching a late Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Check in to 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 a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vancouver and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Dublin Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from DUB to YVR in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Canada, head for Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are key reasons to visit.