Traveling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
4 hours 28 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Vancouver is 2 hours behind Dallas and operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
You can choose from 21 weekly flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. The 06:00 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available from DFW to YVR. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:57 if you're not into early starts.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Traveling to Vancouver (and then seeing more of Canada!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between DFW and YVR:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Salt Lake City International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is C$101. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$278. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from DFW to YVR by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Getting a cheap ticket from DFW to YVR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 32 kilometres from the center of Dallas, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport is roughly 3 hours and 55 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your break? Stay near DFW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're on a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near YVR:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
It'll take around 33 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Vancouver. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DFW to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from DFW to YVR, have a look at our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are highlights which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Complete your Vancouver trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Vancouver International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Vancouver stay.