Flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BWI to YVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BWI and YVR include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Nashville International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
73 € is currently the best price for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 183 €. These prices can change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BWI to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BWI to YVR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Of the flights that depart from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BWI? If you're catching an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Vancouver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BWI to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be explored. About 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.