Flying from Vancouver to Valencia Airport (VLC): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Valencia Airport (VLC) begins with finding the best airport to kick off your journey from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your options in Vancouver.
Valencia Airport is located in Valencia. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to VLC, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Valencia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport land 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). The ride on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to VLC flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Valencia Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land without delays. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
About Valencia Airport (VLC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Valencia Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near VLC:
Travel at your own pace with a Valencia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Click and Rent and venture far and wide through Valencia and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Valencia Airport flight.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport to the centre of Valencia is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Valencia Airport (VLC)
At the moment, R 4,160 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Valencia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,756. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to VLC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Vancouver to Valencia Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Valencia Airport (VLC)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Valencia Airport (VLC). Plan your visit to Valencia in April for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Valencia is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to VLC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Valencia Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Valencia
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Valencia Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Valencia:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. City of Arts and Sciences, Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Barrio del Carmen are must-do's during your Valencia adventure.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Valencia. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Spain, consider Cuenca, roughly 153 kilometres north-west of Valencia. Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca are the start of reasons to visit.