Flying from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to Victoria: what you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7. The city is four hours behind Windsor, where Windsor International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your YQG to Victoria flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Windsor, YQG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Windsor International Airport to Victoria? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YQG:
54.29% of flights that depart Windsor International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to Victoria
R 3,380 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Windsor International Airport to Victoria flight. A return ticket right now is R 6,569. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YQG to Victoria. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Windsor International Airport to Victoria across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Find a cheap flight from Windsor International Airport to Victoria with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The distance from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Windsor International Airport to Victoria. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Victoria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Victoria's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Victoria International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from YQG to Victoria.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Once your flight from Windsor International Airport to Victoria has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Victoria is roughly 2 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 10 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YWH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your YQG to Victoria flight:
Best time to go to Victoria
Travel to Victoria during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Windsor International Airport to Victoria during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your Windsor International Airport to Victoria flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YQG to Victoria in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Victoria
Start your Victoria trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Windsor International Airport to Victoria, explore our range of hotels including:
Craigdarroch Castle and Royal BC Museum are a couple of big attractions to put on your Victoria to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Victoria has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, a visit to Abbotsford will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
Around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, Coquitlam is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.
