Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to General Santos International Airport (GES): what you need to know
Leave plenty of time to catch your YVR to GES flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to General Santos International Airport (GES)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to General Santos International Airport flight is 407 €. A return plane ticket right now is 775 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from YVR to GES, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to General Santos International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YVR to GES by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to General Santos International Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to General Santos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near YVR:
Arriving at General Santos International Airport (GES)
Consider staying in a hotel near GES if you're taking a late Vancouver International Airport to General Santos International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from General Santos International Airport (GES) to central General Santos
General Santos International Airport to the centre of General Santos has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When to fly to General Santos International Airport (GES)
The quietest month for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to General Santos International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to General Santos based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to General Santos International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in General Santos, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to GES in July. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Philippines
General Santos has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Philippines just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of General Santos, a trip to Davao will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like People's Park, D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple.
Zamboanga is another standout destination in Philippines and is around 338 kilometres west of General Santos. No journey is complete without a visit to Fort Pilar, Grande Sta. Cruz Island, Zamboanga City and Great Santa Cruz Island.
