Flying from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is two hours behind St Louis, where Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your STL to Vancouver flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from STL to Vancouver with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of St Louis, STL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near STL? If you're boarding an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, data shows 78.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Vancouver
144 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 289 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from STL to Vancouver, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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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 catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver. Reserve 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 chase adventure across Vancouver and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from STL to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is about 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your STL to Vancouver flight, rest your head at a hotel near CXH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from CXH ahead of time. You can also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Hop off your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver and make your way to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and typically takes 1 hour to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your STL to Vancouver flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Whether you're searching for an economy for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Around one week before your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to book your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to land a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Travel to Vancouver in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from STL to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Vancouver, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Vancouver travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without seeing Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.