Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Jose.
Your SJC to YVR flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SJC and YVR include:
Portland International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
ج.م. 3,533 is the best price for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 10,347. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SJC to YVR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SJC.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SJC? If you've booked an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Vancouver. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJC to YVR in December. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without visiting Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
