Flying from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU). Explore your options for leaving from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH), the city's main airports.
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Vancouver to London International Airport flight.
London is three hours ahead of Vancouver. London International Airport is located in London, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Your flight from Vancouver to YXU won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Go straight to your destination from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Direct flights from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from Vancouver to London International Airport with Flair Airlines. This popular airline offers services from YVR.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between YVR and YXU is Flair Airlines.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Vancouver to YXU flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to London International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that take off from YXX land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About London International Airport (YXU)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to London International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near YXU and turn out the lights sooner:
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To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Vancouver to London International Airport flight.
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
London International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central London. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to London International Airport is R 1,503. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,416. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to YXU, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Vancouver to London International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU)
August is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to London International Airport (YXU). Visit London in November for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Vancouver to YXU plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to London International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Vancouver to London International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in London when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Forks of the Thames River followed by Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Explore more of Canada
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-east of London, a visit to Toronto will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like CN Tower, Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, head for Mississauga, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of London. Lake Ontario, Xtreme Escape Adventures and Lake Aquitaine Trail are among the biggest draws.
