Travelling from Vancouver to Tofino: what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Vancouver to Tofino. Explore your options for setting off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH), two of the city's main airports.
The chief entry points to Tofino are Tofino Harbour Sea Plane Base (YTP) and Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ).
With 23 flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Vancouver to Tofino with Pacific Coastal Airlines at 11:30. If you're keen to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from YVR to YAZ is with Pacific Coastal Airlines at 15:30.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to Tofino, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
For a flight within Canada, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've found cheap flights from Vancouver to Tofino, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Set out from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Tofino. From YVR, you can fly directly into Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ).
You can lock in a direct flight from Vancouver to Tofino with Pacific Coastal Airlines. This popular airline offers services from YVR.
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Tofino or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Break up your flight from Vancouver to Tofino with a stop at Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). A major stopover between Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport and Tofino, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your flight from Vancouver to Tofino:
Arriving in Tofino
Tofino Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (YTP)
Tofino Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (YTP) to central Tofino is roughly 0.32 kilometres. It'll take you about 2 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Tofino, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YTP:
Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ)
Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ) is about 19 kilometres from central Tofino. Once you've disembarked your flight from Vancouver to Tofino, expect a drive time of approximately 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Tofino
91 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Tofino. Return flights start at 183 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from Vancouver to Tofino, book your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to Tofino. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Tofino
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Tofino. July is the busiest month to travel to Tofino. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Vancouver to Tofino, think about the type of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Tofino, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 19ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Tofino sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tofino
Start your Tofino trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Tofino, explore our selection of hotels including:
Long Beach and Tofino Botanical Gardens are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Tofino must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Chesterman Beach.
Complete your Tofino trip with a car rental
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