Travelling from Vancouver to Nagoya: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Nagoya. Check out your options for leaving Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Hop off the plane at Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO), the chief entry point to Nagoya.
Nagoya's timezone is UTC+9, making Nagoya 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you make your Vancouver to Nagoya flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Nagoya
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Vancouver to Nagoya flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Nagoya or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Nagoya flight:
Flights that leave from YXX land at their destination on schedule 67.97% of the time.
Arriving in Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Nagoya. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near NGO if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Nagoya. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Chubu Centrair International Airport rental car and discover Nagoya and beyond with your own wheels. Times, TravelCar and E-drive are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Chubu Centrair International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
You'll find NGO at 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Nagoya Airport (NKM)
Nagoya Airport (NKM) is roughly 8 kilometres from central Nagoya. After your flight from Vancouver to Nagoya, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Nagoya Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rakuten, Toyota Rent A Car or バジェットレンタカー and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's available, by securing your ride from NKM ahead of time. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during busy airport times.
The address for Nagoya Airport is Hayashizaki 県道448号線, Toyoba, Toyoyama.
Best time to go to Nagoya
February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Nagoya, while June is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Nagoya based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Vancouver to Nagoya ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nagoya to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Nagoya around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nagoya
Start your Nagoya trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Nagoya, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are top sights which should be on every Nagoya itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Nagoya has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. Around 241 kilometres east of Nagoya, a trip to Yokohama will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 137 kilometres south-west of Nagoya, Osaka is another favourite stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.