Flying from Vancouver to Canberra Airport (CBR): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Vancouver to Canberra Airport (CBR), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's major terminals.
The timezone in Canberra is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Vancouver. Canberra Airport is located in Canberra.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to CBR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Canberra Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to CBR flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Canberra Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive as expected. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Canberra Airport (CBR)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Canberra Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near CBR and turn in quicker:
Grab a Canberra Airport rental car and discover Canberra and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Vancouver to Canberra Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
Canberra Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Canberra. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Canberra Airport (CBR)
At the moment, 648 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Canberra Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.255 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to CBR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Canberra Airport (CBR)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Canberra Airport (CBR). Plan your visit to Canberra in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Vancouver to CBR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Canberra, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Canberra Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Canberra
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Canberra right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Canberra Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery are essential stops on your Canberra itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Canberra, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Sydney to check off its top attractions. From Sydney Harbour to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Australia, consider Wollongong, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Canberra. Wollongong Beach, Pulpit Rock and Brighton Beach are among the biggest draws.
