Travelling from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) taking off from here.
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 9 hours behind Johannesburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to YVR.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to YVR. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
JNB is approximately 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to YVR if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport, R 10,900 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just R 14,002. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Johannesburg to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to YVR.
Personalise your trip with filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Vancouver. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Vancouver. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to YVR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Vancouver is to explore its top attractions. Essential stops include Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
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