Travelling from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is 15 hours behind Qingdao, where Qingdao Liuting International Airport is located. Vancouver follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your TAO to Vancouver flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
To reach TAO from central Qingdao, it takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel near TAO? If you've booked an early flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from TAO land on schedule 87.22% of the time.
You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver flight is C$625. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,349. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from TAO to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from TAO to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can expect the trip to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to CXH. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your TAO to Vancouver flight at any of these well-located options:
Usually, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from CXH as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Choose a hotel near YXX and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late TAO to Vancouver flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Stay in control of the next chapter of your journey with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are reliable rental providers.
About one week before your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver is a good time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're likely to find a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before securing your flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Vancouver offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TAO to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Vancouver, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just two of the top attractions to put on your Vancouver to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, head for Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among the biggest draws.