Travelling from Belfast to Vancouver: what you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Vancouver flying out of Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Vancouver has a range of airports you can jet into. Touch down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
To ensure you get on your flight from Belfast to Vancouver, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Belfast to Vancouver, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from Belfast to Vancouver departing from Belfast International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Vancouver, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Belfast to Vancouver, browse these options when taking off from Belfast International Airport:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 12 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Belfast to Vancouver? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your vacation officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 33 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Belfast to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. After your flight from Belfast to Vancouver, allow for a drive time of approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
Travelling by public transport will take about 16 minutes.
After your flight from Belfast to Vancouver, unwind at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Vancouver
C$395 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Vancouver. Return flights start at C$759. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap flights from Belfast to Vancouver. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Belfast to Vancouver is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flights from Belfast to Vancouver every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Vancouver.
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Vancouver. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Vancouver in May.
Before booking a flight from Belfast to Vancouver, think about the kind of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Vancouver, browse our range of hotels including:
Stanley Park and Granville Island are just two of the top attractions to add to your Vancouver travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Science World.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Belfast to Vancouver. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, an SUV or something that makes a statement, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
