Travelling from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport (BGA): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport (BGA) begins with finding the right airport to begin your travels from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your main options in Vancouver.
Bucaramanga is two hours ahead of Vancouver. Palonegro International Airport is located in Bucaramanga, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Vancouver to BGA won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to BGA flight, stay in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from YXX land at their destination as scheduled 67.97% of the time.
About Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near BGA and turn out the lights sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Palonegro International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Sixt or Alamo and experience more of Bucaramanga and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
223 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport. Return flights start at 575 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to BGA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport.
The best time to fly from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
April is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport (BGA), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Bucaramanga based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Vancouver to BGA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Bucaramanga, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bucaramanga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bucaramanga right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Palonegro International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Bucaramanga when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Catedral de la Sagrada Familia followed by Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bucaramanga. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Colombia, consider Medellin, roughly 274 kilometres west of Bucaramanga. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are key highlights.
