Flying from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Prince George and Vancouver follow the same timezone, UTC-8.
Choose from 54 weekly Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights. The 05:25 departure with Air Canada is the earliest flight you can take. Air Canada operates the last service of the day at 20:10.
Your YXS 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 for international travel.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as 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.
Air Canada offers direct flights from Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Vancouver — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
Air Canada is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier operating YXS to YVR flights, with 69.55% of its services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$112 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start from $142. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from YXS to YVR, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Prince George Airport (YXS)
Of the flights that depart from Prince George Airport, 58% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Prince George Airport from central Prince George, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport, check out Carmel Inn. It's a quick drive from YXS.
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Prince George Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YXS to YVR around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to check off its must-visit sights. From Green Timbers Urban Forest to BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Surrey Art Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Canada, head for Victoria, about 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada, St. Andrew's Cathedral and Craigdarroch Castle are highlights.
























