Travelling from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, making Vancouver six hours behind Ponta Delgada.
Your PDL to YVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PDL and YVR include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$959 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $2,063. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PDL to YVR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PDL to YVR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Of the departures from Joao Paulo II Airport, 68.76% arrive on time at their destination.
Joao Paulo II Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ponta Delgada. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near PDL:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PDL to YVR sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to check off its must-visit sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Canada, consider Victoria, about 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are key reasons to visit.