Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver is 11 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 16 hours behind Seoul, where Incheon International Airport is located.
With 16 flights a week between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 16:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from ICN to YVR is with Korean Air at 22:50.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ICN to Vancouver flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Direct Incheon International Airport to Vancouver tickets are available for booking. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will be your arrival point.
Korean Air is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from ICN to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ICN:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, data shows 54.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Vancouver
$445 is currently the best price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Vancouver flight. A return plane ticket starts at $686. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book five months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ICN to Vancouver.
September is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Incheon International Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from ICN to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). After your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your ICN to Vancouver flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver and head for your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour to drive there.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by choosing a hotel near YXX after your ICN to Vancouver flight. Recover from your travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are some companies you can book with.
If you're after a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Vancouver in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book an Incheon International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ICN to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vancouver right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are leading attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.