Travelling from Vancouver to Orlando: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Orlando begins with finding the best airport to start your holiday. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Touch down at Orlando's major arrival point, Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Book a direct Vancouver to Orlando flight and you'll be flying for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.
Orlando's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Orlando three hours ahead of Vancouver.
The busiest route for flights from Vancouver to Orlando is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Take your pick of two weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YVR to MCO is the 09:50 WestJet option. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 11:00 with WestJet.
To ensure you don't miss your Vancouver to Orlando flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Orlando
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Vancouver to Orlando flights.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to Orlando is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Vancouver to Orlando by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Vancouver to Orlando flights.
Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can get a direct flight from Vancouver to Orlando jetting off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Start your trip at YVR and end it at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Check out the deals with WestJet. This airline offers direct Vancouver to Orlando plane tickets out of YVR.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Orlando, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
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 thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make taking an early Vancouver to Orlando flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights departing from YXX touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 67.97% of the time.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Orlando. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Orlando, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MCO:
Follow your own route with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and see more of Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
As soon as your flight from Vancouver to Orlando has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is approximately 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at SFB can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Orlando. July is the most popular month to travel to Orlando. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to Orlando ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Orlando around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Orlando, check out our selection of hotels including:
Universal Orlando Resort and Universal's Islands of Adventure are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Orlando must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Lake Eola Park.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Orlando. Around 209 kilometres to the north, top sights here include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another standout destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No journey is complete without seeing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.