Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Birmingham.
Your BHX to YVR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BHX and YVR:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, R 5,127 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,280. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BHX to YVR, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BHX to YVR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BHX? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're landing on a late Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, consider Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are among its highlights.