Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 50 minutes.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai 11 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your YVR to DXB flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air Canada is your ticket to exploring Dubai (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United Arab Emirates!). Browse the direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Air Canada is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Air Canada is a leader in on-time performance for YVR to DXB flights, with 82.61% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, R 7,933 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 18,241. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from YVR to DXB by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from YVR to DXB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to YVR:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're arriving on a late Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Dubai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among its highlights.