Travelling from Burlington International Airport (BTV) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Burlington International Airport is located in Burlington. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is three hours behind Burlington.
To avoid rushing for your BTV to Vancouver flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from BTV to Vancouver, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
BTV is around 5 kilometres from central Burlington. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near BTV. Whether you've booked an early flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
77.17% of flights that depart Burlington International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find BTV at 1200 Airport Drive, Number 1.
How to find the cheapest flights from Burlington International Airport (BTV) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Burlington International Airport to Vancouver flight is R 3,469. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,190. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BTV to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and bag a fantastic deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BTV to Vancouver.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YVR if you have a late flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from BTV to Vancouver can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway, 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).
Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BTV to Vancouver flight:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes using public transport.
Choose a hotel close to YXX and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late BTV to Vancouver flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Start your trip without worrying about how to reach your next stop with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book with trusted companies here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from YXX one week before your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver for the best rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Vancouver in the low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Burlington International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BTV 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 perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver, check out 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 start. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are popular attractions which should feature on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Canada, head for Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among the biggest draws.
