Flying from Moscow to Vancouver: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Moscow to Vancouver. Vnukovo Airport (VKO) and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) are the main airports in Moscow.
When flying into Vancouver, hop off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is another gateway to this city.
Vancouver is ten hours behind Moscow and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Moscow to Vancouver flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moscow to Vancouver
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Moscow to Vancouver flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Moscow to Vancouver.
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Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME)
Give yourself a moment to recharge during your Moscow to Vancouver flight with a stopover. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a great option between Moscow Domodedovo Airport and Vancouver.
Driving from central Moscow to DME generally takes 1 hour 10 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Moscow Domodedovo Airport has an on-time performance of 55.67%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YVR if you have a late flight from Moscow to Vancouver. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 0.80 kilometres from central Vancouver. Following your flight from Moscow to Vancouver, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Moscow to Vancouver:
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a car after your flight from Moscow to Vancouver.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel close to YXX. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your Moscow to Vancouver flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road effortless.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Moscow to Vancouver for the best deals.
Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Moscow to Vancouver, while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Moscow to Vancouver ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Moscow to Vancouver around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from Moscow to Vancouver, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are essential stops on your Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be explored. About 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another essential stop in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
