Cheap Flights from Anchorage (ANC) to Vancouver (YVRA)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Anchorage International to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Anchorage International to Vancouver? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Anchorage to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$617
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Anchorage International to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, Nanaimo Harbour, and Abbotsford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Anchorage International to Vancouver is $617. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Anchorage International to Vancouver.
Air Canada and United fly direct from Anchorage International to Vancouver.
As of May 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Anchorage International to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from Anchorage International to Vancouver is usually May.
If you're flying from Anchorage International Airport, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the centre of Vancouver. We've found flights into this airport from $617.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver on Saturday, 24 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, United and Air Canada offer the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver.

Travelling from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver.

  • The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is one hour ahead of Anchorage, where Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is located.

  • With three flights a week between the two airports, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 16:35. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from ANC to YVR is with Air Canada at 16:40.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your ANC to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

  • Direct Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver tickets are available for booking. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will be your arrival point.

  • Check out the offers from Air Canada. This airline operates direct flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ANC to Vancouver, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Anchorage, ANC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ANC:

  • When it comes to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport's on-time performance, 79.27% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Vancouver

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver flight is $259. The cheapest price for a return flight is $617. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from ANC to Vancouver by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ANC to Vancouver.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:

  • Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.

  • To get the lowest price, book your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from ANC to Vancouver.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • After your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your ANC to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Usually, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CXH the moment you know your dates.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver has touched down. Central Vancouver is about 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.

  • Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near YXX after your ANC to Vancouver flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:

  • Stay in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road smooth sailing.

  • If you're after a specific make or model, lock in your ride from YXX about one week ahead of your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • Visit Vancouver during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Lock in a Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ANC to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Vancouver

  • Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Vancouver, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are attractions you won't want to skip in Vancouver.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to check off its top sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, consider Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are the start of reasons to visit.

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