Vancouver is the largest city in British Columbia and beautifully blends the wild Canadian landscape with a bustling metropolis.

With majestic mountains, a glittering ocean, wide open spaces and world-class culture, there’s something for everyone in Vancouver, whatever you’re looking for.

You can explore the miles of parks and gardens throughout the city, take a stroll along the leafy streets, or soak up some sun on some of the city’s most popular beaches.

For the intrepid adventurers, Vancouver is the gateway to the Canadian Rockies, the North Shore Mountains, Whistler, and Vancouver Island, all of which offer stunning landscapes and miles of hiking trails.

For the culturally-minded, you can head to the multiple museums and art galleries to discover the heritage of the city and its First Nation descendants, with the University of British Columbia Museum of Anthropology being a prime choice.

You can shop ‘til you drop, indulge in delicious food from all over the world, be entertained by sports, musicians, and theatre alike, and get a bird’s eye view of the city from above, all within the city boundaries.

Whether you’re looking for culture, adventure or entertainment, there’s something for everyone in Vancouver.

Here at Globehunters, we offer cheap flights to Vancouver on a number of different routes, with first and business class flights available too.

5 Things You Need to Know About Vancouver

Before you pack your bags for the City of Glass, here are five things you might want to know:

Time Difference: UTC-8 hours
Currency: Canadian Dollars ($)
Native Language: English
Weather: Average temperature of 17C during the summer months and 5C during the winter months.
Sales Tax: 5% federal tax on many items, including domestic travel by air, rail or bus, restaurant meals, and attraction admission fees, and additional 7% sales tax on some items, including alcoholic beverages, accommodation, and souvenirs.

Flying to Vancouver from the UK

Here’s everything you’ll need to know when flying to Vancouver from the UK, such as flight times and entry requirements.

Flight times

A direct flight from the UK to Vancouver International Airport lasts around 9-9.5 hours, whilst a connecting flight can take up to 13 hours.

Direct and connecting flights are available from most major UK cities, such as London and Manchester.

Entry requirements

British citizens don’t usually require a visa to visit Canada for short periods but you will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation before you board your flight in the UK.

If you’re staying for longer periods or have a different nationality, you will be required to get a visa.

You must also be able to prove you have enough funds to support yourself for your stay, even if you’re staying with family and friends, and have a valid passport for the duration of your stay.

Airlines that fly to Vancouver

The following list contains some of the airlines that fly from the UK to Vancouver (either directly or indirectly):
- Air Canada
- Air Transat
- British Airways
- Virgin Atlantic
- United
- Delta
- American Airlines

The Airport

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Located on Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia, YVR is around 7.5 miles from Downtown Vancouver.

The Canada Line offers a direct route from the airport to Vancouver City Centre station, lasting around 32 minutes, whilst taxis are available from level 2 of the Domestic and International Arrivals area and can take up to 30 minutes.

Car rentals are also available on the ground floor of the parkade.

Popular Routes

- Manchester to Vancouver
- London to Vancouver

10 Must-Dos in Vancouver

There’s so much to see and do in Vancouver so it’s impossible to compile a comprehensive list, but here are ten of the most popular attractions:

- Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Vancouver Aquarium
- Vandusen Botanical Garden
- Vancouver Lookout
- Kitsilano beach
- Grouse Mountain
- Stanley Park
- University of British Columbia Museum of Anthropology
- Granville Island
- Cypress, Grouse and Seymour skiing

Book Cheap Flights to Vancouver with Globehunters

So, if you’re planning on heading to Vancouver, be sure to check out our range of cheap fares here at Globehunters, where you’re sure to find a great deal! We also offer fantastic first and business class flight deals too!

All bookings made with us are also 100% IATA and ATOL protected so you can have that extra peace of mind.

Feel free to get in touch with one of our travel advisors if you have any further questions regarding your trip to Vancouver!