Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 14 hours 48 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver.
Vancouver is 12 hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi, where Indira Gandhi International Airport is located. Vancouver operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route, with 10 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from DEL to YVR is with Air India at 05:20. Choose the first departure operated by Air India at 05:15 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from DEL to Vancouver, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver. Begin your journey at DEL and touch down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Be on the lookout for offers from Air India. This airline has direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from DEL to Vancouver. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You will need an embassy visa for Canada if you hold a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of New Delhi, DEL can be reached in about 24 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 54 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DEL? If you're catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver is 470 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 795 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DEL to Vancouver.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from DEL to Vancouver every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver is about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is about 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). As soon as your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 16 minutes.
After your flight from DEL to Vancouver, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver. August is the busiest month for a trip to Vancouver. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from DEL to Vancouver sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Vancouver, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are must-do's during your Vancouver adventure.
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