Flying from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS). Check out your options for jetting out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Tromso is eight hours ahead of Vancouver. Tromso/Langnes Airport is located in Tromso, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to TOS, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
71.77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can reach CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to TOS flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Abbotsford Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 67.97%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near TOS and be in snooze mode sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Tromso/Langnes Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Tromso and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week before your Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport flight.
Getting from Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS) to central Tromso
Tromso/Langnes Airport to central Tromso is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport is R 7,309. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 17,589. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to TOS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS), while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Tromso based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Vancouver to TOS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Tromso, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC (45ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Tromso
Start your Tromso trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Tromso/Langnes Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Tromso Fjords, Dark spot for Aurora and Aurora View Point are essential stops on your Tromso itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
Harstad is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tromso. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include The path along the sea, Trondenes fort and Folkeparken.
If you want to check out another side of Norway, consider Alta, roughly 177 kilometres east of Tromso. Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre, Alta Church and Nordlyskatedralen are the start of reasons to visit.
