Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 25 minutes.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is seven hours behind London.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Take your pick of 17 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to YVR is the 12:15 British Airways service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 17:25 with British Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LHR to Vancouver flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver ticket. Start your journey at LHR and end it at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
British Airways is a popular airline that offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LHR to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Vancouver
R 6,763 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 9,805. These fares may change based on availability.
Get cheap flights from LHR to Vancouver by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel close to YVR if you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LHR to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Following your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CXH. Kick back and get cosy after your LHR to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
In general, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from CXH once you know your travel dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver has landed. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel near YXX. Settle in at one of these stays after your LHR to Vancouver flight:
Take control of the next leg of your journey by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are some companies you can book with.
Around one week before your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're likely to snag a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Vancouver in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Vancouver, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Vancouver itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to tick off its must-visit sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.