Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 45 minutes.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Vancouver seven hours behind London.
Every week, there are 20 London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, pick the 13:00 Air Canada flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:40 with British Airways.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LHR to YVR flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Vancouver (and then discovering more of Canada!) is easy with Air Canada. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Air Canada is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to YVR flights, with 72.13% of its services landing on time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between LHR and YVR include:
Dublin Airport
Calgary International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is C$453. A return fare right now is C$762. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from LHR to YVR by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Reserve 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 top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to explore Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to YVR in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its popular sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Victoria is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without dropping by Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.