Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
14 hours 19 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Vancouver is 18 hours behind Sydney and operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport start at 09:20 — the first with Air Canada. The latest flight is the 22:40 option with Air Canada. In total, you can take your pick of 14 services every week between SYD and YVR.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Air Canada is your ticket to exploring Vancouver (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport offered by this popular airline.
To break up your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the SYD - YVR route are:
Auckland Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Brisbane Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Canada. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from SYD to YVR, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport is C$397. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,043. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 1 month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from SYD to YVR.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 27 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near SYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you're on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver is around 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the center on public transport typically takes 33 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Vancouver. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to go to Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from SYD to YVR in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SYD to YVR, have a look at our range of hotel options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are must-do's during your Vancouver adventure.
There's more than one way to get to Vancouver. Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) is also a popular choice. Look into the fares and schedules available with this international airport.
Complete your Vancouver trip with hotels and a car rental
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