Travelling from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Dubai has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
15 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport.
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 11 hours behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route. There are 2 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Air Canada at 02:05. Choose the first DXB to YVR departure operated by Air Canada at 02:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Dubai to YVR. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) leave from this terminal.
If you want to leave from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport with Air Canada.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Dubai to YVR departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central Dubai, DXB is around 14 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Need a handy hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Prefer to leave from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) out of this busy hub.
You can reach DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to YVR? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Book a hotel close to YVR if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport is $683. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,318. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Dubai to YVR when you book 9 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route tend to be at their lowest.
To score the best deal on your tickets from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport, book your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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Customise your journey by applying filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Vancouver. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Vancouver. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Dubai to YVR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Vancouver International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Vancouver is to check out its top sights. Essential stops include Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
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