Flying from Vancouver to London: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to London. Explore your options for departing Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Fly into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also reach London through Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Around 9 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Vancouver to London flight.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London seven hours ahead of Vancouver.
With 17 flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Vancouver to London with Air Canada at 16:35. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from YVR to LHR is with British Airways at 22:20.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Vancouver to London flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to London
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to London jetting out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Board your plane at YVR and then hit the runway at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Reserve your Vancouver to London plane tickets with British Airways. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from YVR.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to London, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to London flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Abbotsford Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes about 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your Vancouver to London flight.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Vancouver to London, it takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 30 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near LGW. Tuck yourself in after your Vancouver to London flight at any of these well-located options:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Step off your flight from Vancouver to London and head directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour to drive there.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near STN after your Vancouver to London flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Vancouver to London for the best rates.
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Vancouver to London. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to London ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to London, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Big Ben and The British Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your London to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.