Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, making Vancouver two hours behind Birmingham.
Your BHM to YVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BHM and YVR:
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is RM1,174. A return ticket is currently RM1,719. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHM to YVR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHM to YVR.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart BHM land on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BHM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Vancouver during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHM to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another standout destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.