Flying from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is 15 hours behind Dalian, where Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport is located. Vancouver operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from DLC to Vancouver. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from DLC to Vancouver. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you have a passport from China, you will need an embassy visa to visit Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
DLC is about 13 kilometres from central Dalian. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to DLC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Vancouver
C$669 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,650. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DLC to Vancouver if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Log 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 doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from DLC to Vancouver every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 16 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from DLC to Vancouver, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Vancouver, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from DLC to Vancouver around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should feature on any good Vancouver itinerary.
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