Travelling from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 6 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is four hours behind Halifax.
Take your pick of eight weekly Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights. The 07:15 departure with WestJet is the earliest you can take. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 19:25.
Your YHZ to YVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Air Canada is your gateway to discovering Vancouver (and perhaps some other great parts of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport offered by this airline.
Air Canada is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
At the moment, R 2,538 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,890. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from YHZ to YVR.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Halifax Stanfield International Airport, 56.27% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Halifax Stanfield International Airport from central Halifax, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to YHZ:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you have a late Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near YVR:
Follow your own route with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Vancouver. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YHZ to YVR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.