Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to London: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to London is 9 hours 43 minutes.
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is 7 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route, with 19 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from YVR to LHR is with British Airways at 22:20. Opt for the first departure with Air Canada at 16:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from YVR to London. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to London. Begin your trip at YVR and touch down at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
British Airways is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to London.
You can visit United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Canada. But before booking your flight tickets from Vancouver International Airport to London, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near YVR? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to London, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to London
C$227 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$502. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from YVR to London by booking at least 7 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver International Airport to London is March. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver International Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
As soon as your flight from Vancouver International Airport to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near LGW. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from YVR to London at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to London. July is the busiest month for a trip to London. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from YVR to London in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to London:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-visits when exploring London.
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