Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Vancouver ten hours behind Jeddah.
Your JED to YVR flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between JED and YVR:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$1,099 is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,434. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from JED to YVR, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Vancouver International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from JED land at their destination as scheduled 81.7% of the time.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near JED. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Book a hotel close to YVR if you're on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Vancouver and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week before you set off.
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.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JED to YVR sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are key highlights.