Travelling from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Havana is three hours ahead of Vancouver. Havana Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Vancouver to HAV. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can get to CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Vancouver to HAV flight? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations when they should. At YXX, that rate is 75%.
About Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
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Getting from Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Havana Jose Marti International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Havana. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Currently, $703 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,088. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Vancouver to HAV if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. November is the quietest month to go to Havana. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Vancouver to HAV plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Havana, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 35ºC.
January has temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Havana
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Havana Jose Marti International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Havana:
Paseo del Malecón and Old Havana are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Havana to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at La habana.
Explore more of Cuba
You've visited Havana, now it's time to explore other parts of Cuba. Travel around 257 kilometres east to Santa Clara to tick off its leading sights. From Che Guevara Mausoleum to Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park), you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres southwest of Havana, Pinar del Río is another essential stop in Cuba. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Provincial Museum Of Pinar Del Rio and PALACIO DE GUASCH.