Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Castlegar Airport (YCG): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to YCG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Castlegar Airport (YCG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Castlegar Airport flight is $2,295. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,485. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to YCG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Castlegar Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 55 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Castlegar Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Castlegar Airport (YCG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Castlegar Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YCG instead:
Getting from Castlegar Airport (YCG) to central Castlegar
Castlegar Airport to central Castlegar has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Castlegar Airport (YCG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Castlegar Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Castlegar. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Castlegar Airport for July if you want to explore Castlegar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to YCG in December. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 2ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Castlegar. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Around 402 kilometres west of Castlegar, Vancouver is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.