Flying from Vancouver to Damascus International Airport (DAM): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Damascus International Airport (DAM) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to DAM, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 33 minutes.
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Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 16 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to DAM:
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from central Damascus. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Damascus International Airport is C$1,242. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,717. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Vancouver to DAM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Damascus International Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Damascus. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Vancouver to DAM, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Damascus, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 39ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Damascus International Airport in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 14ºC.
More about Damascus
One of the best ways to get a feel for Damascus is to visit its leading attractions. Some highlights include Umayyad Mosque, Azm Palace and Damascus National Museum.
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