Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
Choose from five weekly Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with Air Canada is the earliest flight available. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 08:20.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your YVR to MIA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Miami (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Air Canada. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Canada.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier that operates YVR to MIA flights, with 72.92% of its services reaching their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport flight is C$189. A return plane ticket right now is C$335. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from YVR to MIA by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from YVR to MIA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of the departures from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to YVR? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Book a hotel near MIA if you're taking a late Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Miami International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from A&G Car Rental, MLC or Dollar and discover more of Miami and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Miami International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
From Miami International Airport, Miami is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Miami in April.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Miami International Airport for August if you want to visit Miami during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to MIA in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Tampa is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Miami. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
Around 338 kilometres north of Miami, Orlando is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park.