Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Victoria: what you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7. The city is five hours 30 minutes behind St John's, where St. John's International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your YYT to Victoria flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Located around 6 kilometres from central St John's, YYT can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near YYT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from St. John's International Airport, 62.67% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Victoria
R 3,615 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way St. John's International Airport to Victoria flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 6,447. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from YYT to Victoria, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your St. John's International Airport to Victoria ticket.
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Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The distance from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to YYJ if you have a late flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Victoria International Airport rental car and explore Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Victoria International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YYT to Victoria can help you get the best possible rate.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Once your flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Victoria is roughly 2 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH).
Travelling by public transport will take about 10 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near YWH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your YYT to Victoria flight:
Best time to go to Victoria
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Victoria in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your St. John's International Airport to Victoria flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from YYT to Victoria in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Victoria
Once you've booked your flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Victoria:
Craigdarroch Castle and Royal BC Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Victoria must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Victoria, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey around 105 kilometres north-east to Abbotsford to check off its must-visit sights. From Discovery Trail Dog Park to Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Coquitlam, about 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria. Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park are key highlights.