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

• Earliest: departs at 5:50 pm and lands at 3:15 am
• Latest: departs at 9:55 pm and lands at 7:20 am.

The flight takes about 9h 25m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to London takes 9h 25m, 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.

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to London range from C$ 941 to C$ 1,391, with an average of C$ 1,153 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 941 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 4% above the route average of C$ 1,153. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 851 round-trip via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), compared to C$ 1,216 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 88–C$ 141 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%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,036 to C$ 9,748. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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 program; 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 C$ 511, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around C$ 12:

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

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

• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Sixt

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

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Budget

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

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• 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).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 41 minutes.

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) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 8% of one-stop connections

Calgary (YYC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

On the Vancouver Intl Airport to London route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 4%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 1,144 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,182 – a C$ 38 difference. 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 at 12h 38m, compared with 12h 54m via Calgary (YYC) and 13h 07m 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.

Some of the most popular sights in London are Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, and London Eye. These are among 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 carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Lufthansa: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should 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.

Jetset Self-Park is available a few minutes from the terminal and is accessible via the airport’s free shuttle. The value long-term lot is conveniently close to the Canada Line's Templeton Station. Value Long Term parking is C$ 27.50 per day. The Parkade, a multi-level covered parking garage, can be found near the terminal. P1 offers hourly parking up to 4 hours which is ideal for dropping off travellers, whilst P2 and P3 are ideal for longer stays. The parkade charging rates are C$ 5 for 30 minutes, C$ 10 per hour and C$ 36.75 per day. You can also book parking using your cell phone.

On this route, each passenger flying from YVR to LHR emits, on average, 3962 kg of carbon. Booking your journey with WestJet, which provides one-stop flights that emit 2221 kg, or 44% less carbon each flight, will allow you to drastically lower this number.