Travelling from La Union Airport (POP) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Puerto Plata.
Leave plenty of time to make your POP to YVR flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between POP and YVR include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from La Union Airport (POP) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is $741. A return ticket right now is $2,600. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from POP to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from POP to YVR.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about La Union Airport (POP)
Of the departures from La Union Airport, 67.03% land on time at their destination.
Central Puerto Plata to La Union Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to POP:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're arriving on a late La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from La Union Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from POP to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.