Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Vancouver: what you need to know
London City Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 7 hours behind London.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from LCY to Vancouver.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LCY to Vancouver. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
To enter Canada for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you have a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from London City Airport to Vancouver.
LCY is around 11 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 33 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near LCY. Whether you have an early flight from London City Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Vancouver
R 4,898 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London City Airport to Vancouver. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,376. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LCY to Vancouver. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 33 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London City Airport to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from London City Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is approximately 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can expect the journey to take about 16 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CXH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from LCY to Vancouver at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London City Airport to Vancouver. August is the busiest month to travel to Vancouver. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from London City Airport to Vancouver, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap flights from LCY to Vancouver in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
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