Flying from Dallas to Victoria: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Victoria departing from here.
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the primary arrival point in Victoria.
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Dallas.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Dallas to Victoria flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Victoria
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Dallas to Victoria flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Dallas to Victoria.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Dallas to Victoria by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Dallas to Victoria flights.
Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Dallas to Victoria flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dallas to Victoria or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel near YYJ if you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Victoria. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Victoria International Airport rental car and discover Victoria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Victoria International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Central Victoria is located around 0.64 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). After your flight from Dallas to Victoria has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 10 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Victoria
July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Victoria. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Victoria in February.
When booking your Dallas to Victoria tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Victoria in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Victoria
Start your Victoria trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Victoria, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are top sights which should be on every Victoria itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Victoria, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel around 97 kilometres north to Vancouver to tick off its top attractions. From Stanley Park to Granville Island and Science World, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Canada, consider Surrey, about 88 kilometres north-east of Victoria. Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park are highlights.