Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 11 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your AUH to Vancouver flight.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from AUH to Vancouver. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi, AUH can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near AUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the flights that depart from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Vancouver
R 8,237 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 15,132. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from AUH to Vancouver if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for an Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver ticket.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver. Pick one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Follow your own route with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Vancouver and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from AUH to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CXH. Kick back and get cosy after your AUH to Vancouver flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CXH the moment you know your dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share after your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near YXX and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late AUH to Vancouver flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Start your journey without stressing over how to reach your destination with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable names here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Travel to Vancouver during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUH to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are popular attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No trip is complete without experiencing Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.