Flying from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport (YUM): What you need to know
Yuma International Airport is located in Yuma. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Vancouver to YUM.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 72% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 10 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to YUM flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 72 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Abbotsford International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Yuma International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from YXX reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 68% of the time.
About Yuma International Airport (YUM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YUM:
Pick up a Yuma International Airport rental car and discover Yuma and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Hertz and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Yuma International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Yuma International Airport (YUM) to central Yuma
Yuma International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Yuma. It takes around 10 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport (YUM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport is C$436. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,290. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to YUM, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport (YUM)
August is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport (YUM), while February is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Yuma based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Vancouver to YUM plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Yuma, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport in December when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Yuma
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Yuma International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Yuma:
Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area and Yuma History Museum are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Yuma travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Yuma. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Camelback Mountain, Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room.
San Diego is another essential stop in the United States and is around 241 kilometres west of Yuma. No trip is complete without seeing San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
