Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Edinburgh.
Leave plenty of time to catch your EDI to YYJ flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport. Many passengers pass through Calgary International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport flight is $1,416. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,551. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EDI to YYJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to YYJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Book a hotel near YYJ if you're on a late Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Victoria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Victoria and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Victoria International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria
From Victoria International Airport, Victoria is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Victoria based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to YYJ in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Victoria. Around 97 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
Surrey is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 88 kilometres north-east of Victoria. No journey is complete without a visit to Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.