Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tofino: what you need to know
The most popular route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ). Choose from eight weekly services between these two airports. Pacific Coastal Airlines offers a 12:50 departure between YVR and YAZ.
To avoid rushing for your YVR to Tofino flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at YVR and fly nonstop to Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Vancouver International Airport to Tofino tickets.
Look out for promotions from Pacific Coastal Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tofino.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tofino or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tofino
R 1,834 is currently the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Tofino flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 3,696. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book three months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from YVR to Tofino.
July is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Vancouver International Airport to Tofino tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Tofino
Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ)
Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ) to the centre of Tofino takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Consider staying at Cox Bay Beach Resort after touching down from your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tofino. It's a quick drive from YAZ and a great option if you'd like to rest right after your journey.
Venture beyond Tofino and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Tofino Long Beach Airport rental car from Budget.
Reserve your vehicle from Tofino Long Beach Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from YVR to Tofino. If you're going away during peak season, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
Tofino Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (YTP)
After your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tofino has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 0 hours by car. Central Tofino is roughly 0.32 kilometres from Tofino Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (YTP).
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YTP. Kick back and get cosy after your YVR to Tofino flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Tofino
Plan your trip to Tofino during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Tofino during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Tofino is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your Vancouver International Airport to Tofino flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to Tofino in February when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Tofino
Start your Tofino trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Tofino, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Tofino Botanical Gardens, Long Beach and Chesterman Beach are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tofino itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Tofino. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
Surrey is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 225 kilometres east of Tofino. No trip is complete without seeing Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
