Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-8. The city is two hours behind Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your BHM to Vancouver flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from BHM to Vancouver. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Travelling from central Birmingham to BHM takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BHM:
79% of flights that take off from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Vancouver
The best price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver flight is R 3,608. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,929. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BHM to Vancouver, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver ticket.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Book a hotel near YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BHM to Vancouver.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Once you've disembarked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take about 10 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your BHM to Vancouver flight:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CXH a few weeks in advance so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver and make your way to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Vancouver is around 72 kilometres from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you around 2 hours 30 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near YXX. Get settled at one of these options after your BHM to Vancouver flight:
About one week ahead of your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to book your ride from YXX. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
July is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Vancouver in January.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to Vancouver in February when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Stanley Park and Stanley Park Seawall are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Vancouver itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Downtown Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to check off its popular sights. From Okanagan Lake to The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver, Kamloops is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park.
