Travelling from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is three hours behind Bridgetown, where Grantley Adams International Airport is located. Vancouver observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BGI to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from BGI to Vancouver with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
To get to BGI from central Bridgetown, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel close to BGI? If you're boarding an early flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
76.82% of flights that depart Grantley Adams International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to Vancouver
₹ 46,401 is currently the best price for a one-way Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver flight. A return flight ticket starts from ₹ 93,284. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from BGI to Vancouver, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you have a late flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your flight from BGI to Vancouver can help you secure the lowest rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
The trip will take about 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your BGI to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from CXH in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Choose a hotel near YXX and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late BGI to Vancouver flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Whether you're after a zippy mini for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Abbotsford Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available from providers such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Around one week ahead of your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver is a good time to secure your ride from YXX. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Visit Vancouver during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BGI to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to Vancouver, check out our selection of hotels including:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Vancouver itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
If you want to check out another side of Canada, consider Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are key reasons to visit.