Travelling from Burlington International Airport (BTV) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is three hours behind Burlington, where Burlington International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your BTV to Vancouver flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from BTV to Vancouver. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The journey from central Burlington to BTV takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to BTV? If you're catching an early flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
77.17% of flights departing from Burlington International Airport make it to their destination on time.
BTV's address is 1200 Airport Drive, Number 1.
How to find the cheapest flights from Burlington International Airport (BTV) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Burlington International Airport to Vancouver flight is 239 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 459 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BTV to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and venture far and wide through Vancouver and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BTV to Vancouver can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
Public transport will get you there in about 15 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CXH. Kick back and get cosy after your BTV to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Find a hotel close to YXX and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you have a late BTV to Vancouver flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road effortless.
About one week before your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver is a good time to book your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Vancouver in the low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Burlington International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BTV to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Burlington International Airport to Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Vancouver to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Canada, head for Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among the biggest draws.
