Flying from Vancouver to Orlando: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Orlando begins with finding the right airport to start your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
Disembark at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the major arrival point in Orlando.
Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Vancouver to Orlando flight.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you make it on your Vancouver to Orlando flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Orlando
To pick up cheap Vancouver to Orlando flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Orlando taking off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Begin your journey at YVR and land at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Be on the lookout for promotions with WestJet. This airline offers direct Vancouver to Orlando plane tickets out of YVR.
YVR is around 10 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Orlando? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Orlando flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from YXX arrive at their final stop on schedule 75% of the time.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vancouver to Orlando. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget to explore Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) is around 31 kilometres from central Orlando. Once you've hopped off your flight from Vancouver to Orlando, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
After your flight from Vancouver to Orlando, rest your head at a hotel near SFB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at SFB will save you money.
Best time to go to Orlando
March is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Orlando, while April is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Orlando based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Vancouver to Orlando ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Orlando in January when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about Orlando
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Orlando right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Orlando:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are highlights which should feature on every Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Orlando. Around 193 kilometres to the north, check out popular attractions including St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without seeing Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.