Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver is 11 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 16 hours behind Seoul, where Incheon International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can choose from 16 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ICN to YVR is the 16:55 Air Canada service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:50 with Korean Air.
To avoid missing your ICN to Vancouver flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Incheon International Airport to Vancouver ticket. Start your journey at ICN and end it at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Book your ticket with Korean Air. This airline offers direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ICN to Vancouver with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is around 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
In search of a hotel close to ICN? If you're catching an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
54.5% of flights that leave from Incheon International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Vancouver
167 € is currently the best price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Vancouver flight. A return plane ticket starts at 364 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book five months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ICN to Vancouver.
September is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Incheon International Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Fast-track 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 usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from ICN to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway, 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).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 15 minutes or so.
Following your ICN to Vancouver flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver has touched down. Central Vancouver is about 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near YXX after your ICN to Vancouver flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Take control of the next leg of your journey by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are reliable rental providers.
Around one week before your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver is a good time to book your ride from YXX. You're likely to snag a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Vancouver in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book an Incheon International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ICN to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are leading attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.