Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 7 hours behind Dublin, where Dublin Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from DUB to Vancouver. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver. Start your journey at DUB and touch down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Air Canada is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Dublin Airport to Vancouver.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from DUB to Vancouver that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from Ireland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Dublin Airport to Vancouver, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Dublin to DUB takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DUB:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Vancouver
Rs42,956 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dublin Airport to Vancouver. Return flights start from Rs107,383. These fares can change based on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from DUB to Vancouver, reserve your trip 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Dublin Airport to Vancouver. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 33 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YVR if you're catching a late flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
The trip will take approximately 16 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from DUB to Vancouver:
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Vancouver, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Book your flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DUB to Vancouver in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dublin Airport to Vancouver, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are leading attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
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