Travelling from New York to Victoria: what you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Victoria begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
Hop off the plane at Victoria's major arrival point, Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
Victoria's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Victoria four hours behind New York.
To ensure you make your New York to Victoria flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Victoria
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap New York to Victoria flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from New York to Victoria throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your New York to Victoria flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from New York to Victoria? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your New York to Victoria flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Victoria include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from New York to Victoria? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
73% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
When looking for a ticket from New York to Victoria out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Victoria flight:
LGA has a top-tier on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and reach your final stop as expected.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YYJ if you have a late flight from New York to Victoria. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Victoria International Airport rental car and discover Victoria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Victoria International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
The centre of Victoria is located around 0.64 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). Once your flight from New York to Victoria has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 10 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Victoria
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Victoria. To skip the crowds, head to Victoria in February.
When booking your New York to Victoria tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap flights from New York 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Victoria right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from New York to Victoria:
Royal BC Museum and Craigdarroch Castle are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Victoria travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Victoria. Around 97 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, head for Surrey, about 88 kilometres north-east of Victoria. Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park are key highlights.