Travelling from London to Vancouver: what you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Vancouver, you'll have your choice of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
When it comes to arriving in Vancouver, hop off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH). Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is another way to get to this city.
The average duration of a direct London to Vancouver flight is 9 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-8, which is eight hours behind London.
The busiest route for flights from London to Vancouver is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Choose from 16 services every week between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to YVR is the 12:15 British Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 17:25 with British Airways.
To ensure you don't miss your London to Vancouver flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Vancouver
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're looking for a direct flight from London to Vancouver, you can leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Travel from LHR to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) without any stops.
Keep an eye out for promotions with British Airways. This airline offers direct London to Vancouver plane tickets out of LHR.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your London to Vancouver flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Calgary Airport (YYC)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London to Vancouver? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can catch a nonstop flight from London to Vancouver departing from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Begin your travels at LGW and hop off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
British Airways offers direct London to Vancouver plane tickets from LGW. Book your preferred seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your London to Vancouver flight, browse these options when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to Vancouver, take it easy in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 83% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Booking a ticket from London to Vancouver with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices and access to cheaper fares. When departing from London Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to Vancouver:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
From central London, STN is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Vancouver flight:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means most of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your plans stay right on track.
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.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from London to Vancouver. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is located around 3 kilometres from Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH). As soon as your flight from London to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 10 minutes or so.
After your flight from London to Vancouver, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CXH as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from London to Vancouver.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your London to Vancouver flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Take control of the next part of your trip with a Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are reliable rental providers.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, book your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from London to Vancouver. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month for flights from London to Vancouver. To escape the crowds, visit Vancouver in March.
When booking your London to Vancouver tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Vancouver around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Vancouver, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park Seawall, Stanley Park and Downtown Vancouver are must-visits when exploring Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 27 kilometres southeast of Vancouver, a trip to Surrey will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Green Timbers Urban Forest Park, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Surrey Art Gallery & Surrey Civic Theatres at Surrey Arts Centre.
Victoria is another standout destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without a visit to Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada, St. Andrew's Cathedral and Craigdarroch Castle.