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Flights to Vancouver
Canadian Affair offers great prices on flights to Vancouver from the United Kingdom. You can fly to Vancouver from London Gatwick, Glasgow or Manchester via a connecting service in Toronto or Montréal. Our great value flights to Vancouver, Canada, are a great option whether you’re going for a long holiday in British Columbia or on a shorter break to see the city before departing on a cruise.
A deposit is only required for Eco Standard, Flex & Club fares with Air Transat.
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Vancouver
London Gatwick
26 Nov
2025
Vancouver
03 Dec
2025
£523 pp
Vancouver
London Gatwick
02 Dec
2025
Vancouver
09 Dec
2025
£523 pp
Vancouver
London Gatwick
13 Jan
2026
Vancouver
20 Jan
2026
£523 pp
Vancouver
London Gatwick
16 Feb
2026
Vancouver
23 Feb
2026
£523 pp
Vancouver
London Gatwick
19 Mar
2026
Vancouver
26 Mar
2026
£523 pp
Vancouver
London Gatwick
15 Apr
2026
Vancouver
22 Apr
2026
£535 pp
Vancouver
Manchester
25 Mar
2026
Vancouver
30 Mar
2026
£557 pp
Vancouver
Manchester
22 Apr
2026
Vancouver
27 Apr
2026
£569 pp
Vancouver
Glasgow
26 Apr
2026
Vancouver
30 Apr
2026
£604 pp
Vancouver
Glasgow
22 Mar
2026
Vancouver
27 Mar
2026
£957 pp
Average flight time
16 hours and 10 minutes from London Gatwick, including a layover
Prices
Return flights start from as low as £TBC
Travel from the airport
Get to downtown Vancouver in just 20 minutes
Departures
Fly from London Gatwick, Manchester or Glasgow
Air Transat
Our airline partner has been voted 'World's Best Leisure Airline' for the seventh time by Skytrax
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How to find great value flights to Vancouver
- Go in the low season - In Vancouver, the weather is pleasant all year round, but the ‘high season’ is considered to be June, July, and August, and also late March during the Spring Break.
- Escape the crowds - To escape the crowds, visit Vancouver in April and May or September and October.
- Book now! For the best prices, book your flights to Vancouver, Canada, at least 4 weeks in advance.
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Why visit Vancouver?
Book flights to Vancouver with Canadian Affair and you’ll find yourself in the middle of a beautiful region famed for its variety of metropolitan skylines, backed by the beautiful North Shore Mountains. The culturally diverse city, forests, mountains, and ocean are all easily accessible during a Vancouver holiday, and it is the perfect destination for visiting nearby towns like Whistler.
Some of the popular attractions in Vancouver include:
- The Capilano Suspension Bridge: Cross the legendary Suspension Bridge, and walk through a rainforest canopy with treetop adventures.
- Vancouver Aquarium: You can learn about the wonders of wildlife from around the world at Canada's largest aquarium.
- Granville Island: The trendy neighbourhood is like a mini city full of restaurants, galleries, and shops.
- Stanley Park: This vast urban park features the famous Seawall, totem poles, beaches, and various attractions.
- Grouse Mountain: It provides stunning views, zip-lining, wildlife viewing opportunities, gondola rides and lots of hiking trails.
Best time to fly to Vancouver
Vancouver is a great destination to visit all year round on a holiday to Canada, with plenty of great value flights available from our partner Air Transat. Boasting both a vibrant cosmopolitan centre and the natural beauty of Vancouver Island, any time of year is the perfect time to visit Vancouver!
In the summer there are endless activities, from boat tours, whale watching and bear watching to simply enjoying the sunshine in Stanley Park in Downtown Vancouver. Winter is perfect for dog sledging and snowshoeing on Grouse Mountain or at nearby Whistler on a ski holiday.
Vancouver International Airport facilities
When you fly to Vancouver, you’ll find a great range of facilities and services. If you have any special requirements for travel, please contact us and we will help to arrange assistance at the airport.
Vancouver International Airport services include:
- Porter services
- Wheelchair assistance
- Free Wi-Fi
- Children’s play areas
- Luggage storage
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Getting around Vancouver
When you arrive in Vancouver, there are many ways for you to get to the city centre. You can take advantage of Canadian Affair's excellent rates and hire a car. Alternatively, you could use the extensive public transport system including the Canada Line, courtesy shuttles, and Metro Vancouver, which will take you just about anywhere you want to go!
Car rental services are located just outside the terminal, with companies including National, Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.
Also known as the Sky Train, Vancouver’s rapid transit rail link connects the airport to downtown Vancouver in 25 minutes. It is affordable and easily accessible, located between the main International and Domestic terminals.
There are a number of bus services scheduled which can shuttle you between the airport and Whistler and Squamish along the Sea to Sky Corridor.
Many hotels offer courtesy shuttle buses, providing transportation to and from the hotel. You can request a bus from the direct dial phones in Arrivals or from the shuttle pick up area outside the terminals.
Fully licensed taxis are available on Level 2 of Arrivals. Zone fares apply to specific zones in Vancouver, while metered fares are applicable outside of these zones.
Aerocar Service is Vancouver Airport’s licensed sedan and limousine provider.
How much do things cost in Vancouver?
Prices in Vancouver are comparable to those in any major city. This means that there are numerous choices available, with dining options and activities to suit every budget. There are lots of good-quality and reasonably priced dining options at the markets and street food vendors, as well as in Chinatown. See below for some approximate average prices:
$22
$7
$8
$3
$15
$65
$9
$6
$4
$1.95
$1.80
Vancouver weather
Vancouver, by Canadian standards, is relatively warm in winter with temperatures rarely falling below freezing and with little to no snow. The summer months are pleasant and dry, but cooler compared to other Canadian cities, with summer temperatures averaging around 22°C at their hottest.
The weather in Vancouver can also be wet, with November to March seeing the most rainfall, and July and August receiving the least. If your flight to Vancouver is in the spring or autumn, you will experience a distinct and defined season, rather than feeling the weather change abruptly between winter and summer, as in other regions.
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Vancouver insider information
Plan ahead before your flight to Vancouver with our insider tips on the best places to go and things to see in Vancouver:
- What is Vancouver famous for?
- Top attractions & things to do in Vancouver
- 5 ways to experience Vancouver’s great outdoors
- 5 days in Vancouver – unmissable itinerary ideas for your holiday
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Frequently Asked Questions about flights to Vancouver
A flight from London Gatwick to Vancouver, with a layover, takes approximately 16 hours and 10 minutes. A direct flight takes just under 10 hours.
You can fly to Vancouver from Manchester via a connecting service in Toronto or Montréal.
If you want to find the cheapest flights to Vancouver, it is typically best to book them two to four months in advance. The cheapest time for flights tends to be during the shoulder seasons, which are from April to early June and September to October, when demand is lower but the weather is still pleasant.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality. UK citizens typically do not need a visa for short stays (up to six months) but must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before boarding. Other travellers should check the Government of Canada’s official immigration site for specific entry requirements.
Plan your trip to Vancouver
Book your car hire, hotels or package holiday with Canadian Affair
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