Flying from London to Prince George Airport (YXS): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to take off from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Prince George Airport (YXS). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
Prince George is seven hours behind London. Prince George Airport is located in Prince George, which is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Your flight from London to YXS won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from London to YXS, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is an option when you're setting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Prince George Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Prince George Airport (YXS) departing London Gatwick Airport.
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to YXS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Prince George Airport flight:
Flights departing from STN reach their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Prince George Airport (YXS)
Consider checking in to Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Prince George after your flight from London to Prince George Airport. It's not too far from YXS and a great option if you're eager to get some rest right away.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Prince George Airport (YXS)
$734 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Prince George Airport. Return flights start at $1,233. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from London to YXS, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from London to Prince George Airport (YXS)
May is the quietest month for flights from London to Prince George Airport (YXS), while October is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Prince George based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a London to YXS flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Prince George to range from 7ºC (45ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December sees temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Prince George Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Prince George
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Prince George right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from London to Prince George Airport:
Your visit to Prince George should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Fraser River Provincial Park, Cottonwood Trail and Fort George Park.
Explore more of Canada
Prince George has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres north-east of Prince George, a trip to Grande Prairie will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Evergreen Ridge Recreation Area, Crystal Lake and Heritage Discovery Centre.
Williams Lake is another standout destination in Canada and is around 193 kilometres south of Prince George. No trip is complete without a visit to Stampede Grandstand, Clayton Falls Recreation Site and Whiskers Point Provincial Park.
