Travelling from Atlanta to Vancouver: what you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Atlanta to Vancouver.
Hop off the plane at one of Vancouver's major hubs like Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can also arrive at this city landing at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The average time for a direct flight from Atlanta to Vancouver is 5 hours 30 minutes. Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Vancouver 3 hours behind Atlanta.
With 7 flights a week between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Atlanta to Vancouver with WestJet at 08:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from ATL to YVR is with WestJet at 18:25.
To ensure you get on your flight from Atlanta to Vancouver, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can enter Canada for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before booking your cheap flight from Atlanta to Vancouver, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Jet off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) on a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Vancouver. From ATL, you can fly straight to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
When leaving from ATL, you can take a direct flight from Atlanta to Vancouver with WestJet.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Atlanta to Vancouver. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The journey from central Atlanta to ATL takes approximately 1 hour and 9 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Atlanta to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 33 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near YVR if you're taking a late flight from Atlanta to Vancouver. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Following your flight from Atlanta to Vancouver, allow for a drive time of approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 16 minutes.
After your flight from Atlanta to Vancouver, rest your head at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Vancouver
R 1,523 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Vancouver. A return flight starts from R 3,503. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book 2 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Atlanta to Vancouver.
The cheapest month for tickets from Atlanta to Vancouver is October. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta to Vancouver. To avoid the crowds, go to Vancouver in May.
Schedule your flight from Atlanta to Vancouver for August if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Atlanta to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Vancouver, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
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