Flying from London to Abbotsford Airport (YXX): What you need to know
Choose from multiple airports when planning a flight from London to Abbotsford Airport (YXX). Explore your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Abbotsford Airport is located in Vancouver. The city is in the UTC-7 timezone and is seven hours behind London.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from London to YXX. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from London to YXX, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Calgary International Airport (YYC) is one option when you're setting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Abbotsford Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to YXX flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
69.26% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Abbotsford Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Abbotsford Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near YXX instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vancouver and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your London to Abbotsford Airport flight.
Getting from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) to central Vancouver
Central Vancouver is roughly 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Abbotsford Airport is R 4,996. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,812. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to YXX. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap London to Abbotsford Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Vancouver. July is when most people book flights from London to Abbotsford Airport (YXX), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a London to YXX plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Abbotsford Airport in December when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from London to Abbotsford Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Your visit to Vancouver won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Lake Okanagan, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, head for Kamloops, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes are the start of reasons to visit.
