Flying from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is nine hours behind Johannesburg. Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to YVR.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Johannesburg to YVR with a stopover. To explore the options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JNB and YVR include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is around 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take 50 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to YVR flight:
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Central Vancouver is around 14 kilometres from Vancouver International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$1,022 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,165. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to YVR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to YVR by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to visit Vancouver. August is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to YVR flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Vancouver International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall are leading attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Lake Okanagan, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes.
