Flying from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know
Paris's main base, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
The average duration of a direct Paris to Vancouver International Airport flight is 9 hours 55 minutes.
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. The city is in the UTC-8 timezone and is nine hours behind Paris.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route, with 6 direct services every week. You can get from CDG to YVR on Air France's 10:15am flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from Paris to YVR, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Take the express route from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Direct flights from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are available from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport with Air France. This leading airline operates services from CDG.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between CDG and YVR is Air France.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Air France.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Paris to YVR with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CDG and YVR include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
CDG is about 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
65% of flights taking off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
ORY is about 14 kilometres from central Paris. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Paris to YVR flight? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Paris Orly Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can reserve a plane ticket from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) leaving from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with a stopover. Dublin Airport (DUB) is a busy connecting point.
BVA is roughly 88 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Vancouver International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land without delays. At BVA, that rate is 71%.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you have a late flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Paris to Vancouver International Airport flight.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
The centre of Vancouver is around 11 kilometres from Vancouver International Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
198 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Vancouver International Airport. Return flights start from 392 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Paris to YVR, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Paris to Vancouver International Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. January is the quietest month to visit Vancouver. July is when most people book flights from Paris to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Paris to YVR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Paris to Vancouver International Airport in February when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Vancouver International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Stanley Park Seawall, Stanley Park and Downtown Vancouver are major attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
Around 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park.