Flying from Johannesburg to Vancouver: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver.
Get off the plane at one of Vancouver's major entry points like Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Alternatively, arrive at this city landing at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Vancouver is nine hours behind Johannesburg and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your Johannesburg to Vancouver flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Vancouver
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Johannesburg to Vancouver flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Johannesburg to Vancouver.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Johannesburg to Vancouver flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Johannesburg to Vancouver flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is located around 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CXH. Tuck yourself in after your Johannesburg to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when the airport is busy.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver has landed. Central Vancouver is about 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get there in a car.
The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your Johannesburg to Vancouver flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Whether you're searching for a compact for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Browse wheels available here from names such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're after a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver. August is the busiest month for a trip to Vancouver. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to Vancouver tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver:
Stanley Park and Granville Island are just two of the top attractions to add to your Vancouver travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Science World.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to check off its leading sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
