Travelling from Split Airport (SPU) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Split, where Split Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SPU to Vancouver flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from SPU to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
SPU is around 11 kilometres from central Split. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near SPU. Whether you have an early flight from Split Airport to Vancouver or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Of all flights departing from Split Airport, 77.36% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Split Airport (SPU) to Vancouver
The best price we've found for a one-way Split Airport to Vancouver flight is R 4,977. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,833. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SPU to Vancouver. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Split Airport to Vancouver across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight from SPU to Vancouver is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Split Airport to Vancouver by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Split Airport to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Explore without limits with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Vancouver and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SPU to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is located around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Split Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your SPU to Vancouver flight, unwind at a hotel near CXH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CXH a few weeks in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Split Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to YXX. Get settled at one of these options after your SPU to Vancouver flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your journey with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from YXX one week before your flight from Split Airport to Vancouver for the best rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Split Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Vancouver in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Split Airport to Vancouver flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SPU to Vancouver around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Split Airport to Vancouver:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are must-visits when exploring Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to check off its popular sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Canada, head for Kamloops, about 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among the biggest draws.