Flying from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) leaving from either of these.
Grande Prairie is one hour ahead of Vancouver. Grande Prairie Airport is located in Grande Prairie, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to YQU, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on time at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Vancouver to YQU flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land without delays. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YQU:
Explore without limits with a Grande Prairie Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from National, Avis or Enterprise and experience more of Grande Prairie and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) to central Grande Prairie
Central Grande Prairie is roughly 5 kilometres from Grande Prairie Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
At the moment, 49 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 93 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to YQU if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Vancouver to YQU.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU). July is the peak month for travel to Grande Prairie. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in May.
Lock in a Vancouver to YQU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Grande Prairie to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport in December when temperatures are between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Grande Prairie
Start your Grande Prairie trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Grande Prairie Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Evergreen Ridge Recreation Area, Crystal Lake and Heritage Discovery Centre are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Grande Prairie itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Grande Prairie, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey around 290 kilometres south-west to Prince George to check off its top sights. From Fraser River Provincial Park to Cottonwood Trail and Fort George Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Dawson Creek is another essential stop in Canada and is around 105 kilometres north-west of Grande Prairie. No trip is complete without a visit to Mile 0 Alaska Highway, Bear Mountain Nordic Ski Trails and Alaska Highway House.
