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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vancouver Intl Airport to London:

• Earliest: departs at 17:50 and lands at 03:17
• Latest: departs at 21:55 and lands at 07:22.

The flight takes about 9h 27m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to London:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to London takes 9h 27m, covering 12,206 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to London range from $1,010 to $1,451, with an average of $1,223 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,010 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $1,223 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $864 return via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), compared with $1,271 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $86–$143 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Vancouver Intl Airport to London flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Vancouver Intl Airport to London flights:

• Air Canada
• Lufthansa

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $618, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around $10:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around $11:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around $15:

• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Sixt

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around $14:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• U-Save

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around $15:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• U-Save

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to London usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Vancouver Intl Airport to London route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 45m.

One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to London most commonly connect through:

• Calgary (YYC) – 31% of one-stop connections
• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 24% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 3% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to London. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,217 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,244, a difference of $27.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and London. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• British Airways
• Air Canada

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 38m, compared to 12h 58m via Calgary (YYC) and 13h 20m via London Heathrow (LHR).

London is 8 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (British Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Hyde Park is one of the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Vancouver Intl Airport to London flights:

• British Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Finnair: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The Travelodge is an affordable hotel that is a 3-minute drive from London City Airport and a 15-minute drive from the famous Tower of London. The DoubleTree by Hilton is a 4-star option that is a 5-minute drive from the airport and a 20-minute drive from Tower Bridge.

Because there is a lot of traffic and congestion in the London region, the easiest way to travel from Gatwick Airport to the city center is by using public transportation. The Gatwick Express train is a good option, taking approximately 30 minutes. If you would rather rent a car or take a taxi, the trip will take you upwards of 1 hour.

Vancouver International Airport has a nursery that is located in its main terminal and provides travelers with access to change tables, play pens and cribs. There are also several children’s play areas that contain a variety of toys, activities and books, allowing kids to burn off some energy before boarding their flight.

If you would like to store some of your luggage or personal items at Heathrow Airport, head to the Arrivals area of either Terminal 2, 3, 4 or 5. Items can be stored for up to 90 days and prices vary depending on the size of the items and how long you will be storing them for.

Yes, you can fly directly from Vancouver International Airport to London airports, with non-stop routes operating to both London Heathrow and London Gatwick. You could, for example, fly with WestJet to London Gatwick or with Air Canada to London Heathrow. Should you want to fly to London City Airport, you can take an indirect trip with one-stop. For example, a trip with Delta would often stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol along the way.

At Heathrow Airport, you will only be able to Fast Track through passport control if you have travelled either First or Business Class. However, at Gatwick Airport you can pay around £10 for this service so that you do not have to wait in line once you’ve landed. London City Airport does not offer this service.

Yes, should you have an early flight the next day, or perhaps you want to just relax before take-off, you can book into a hotel at Vancouver Airport. Hotels such as Fairmont Vancouver are situated perfectly for those that want to be close to the airport terminal the following morning. So you can arrive at the airport ready and raring to go.

From Heathrow Airport you can get to the centre of London via Heathrow Express. This tends to take about 15min and will cost in the region £25. From Gatwick Airport you can get the Gatwick Express, which will take around 30min and cost approximately £20. Whereas if you are travelling from London City Airport, you can get the Docklands Light Railway to the centre in about 40min for about £4.50.