Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is 11 hours behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your AUH to YVR flight.
Flying during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. These are the top stopovers between AUH and YVR:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
At the moment, RM3,352 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM4,658. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AUH to YVR if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near AUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Book a hotel near YVR if you're catching a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Vancouver in May.
When booking your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUH to YVR sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If you're eager to discover another side of Canada, consider Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are among the biggest draws.