Flying from Dubai to Vancouver: what you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Vancouver leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Vancouver has a range of airports you can fly into. Arrive at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
15 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Dubai to Vancouver. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 11 hours behind Dubai.
The busiest route for flights from Dubai to Vancouver is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Take your pick of 2 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to YVR is the 02:05 Air Canada option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 02:05 with Air Canada.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to Vancouver, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You'll need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from United Arab Emirates and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Dubai to Vancouver, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're after a direct flight from Dubai to Vancouver, they're available from Dubai Airport (DXB). Fly from DXB to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in one seamless trip.
If you plan to leave from DXB, you can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Vancouver with Air Canada.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Dubai to Vancouver. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes approximately 49 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Vancouver? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Split up your flight from Dubai to Vancouver with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Dubai Airport and Vancouver include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours and 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Vancouver:
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 33 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YVR if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Vancouver. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is approximately 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). As soon as your flight from Dubai to Vancouver has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 16 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable stays where you can make a pit stop near CXH. Settle in after your flight from Dubai to Vancouver at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Vancouver
Rs125,926 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Vancouver. Return flights start from Rs233,621. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 10 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Dubai to Vancouver.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Dubai to Vancouver. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Vancouver, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai to Vancouver in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Vancouver sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Vancouver, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are top sights which should be on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
Discover our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Dubai to Vancouver. Whether you want a compact ride, an SUV or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.