Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
The timezone in Canberra is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Vancouver.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your YVR to CBR flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
R 12,356 is the lowest price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Canberra Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 16,532. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YVR to CBR if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Canberra Airport.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Canberra Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YVR:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vancouver International Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CBR instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Canberra Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Alamo and explore beyond Canberra's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Canberra Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
Canberra Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Canberra. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The quietest month for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Canberra Airport is January, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Canberra based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Canberra Airport for January if you want to visit Canberra during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to CBR in July. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Canberra, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres north-east to Sydney to tick off its top sights. From Sydney Opera House to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra, Melbourne is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.