Flying from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Palm Springs and Vancouver are in the same timezone, UTC-7.
Every week, there are ten Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, select the 13:10 Air Canada flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:10 with WestJet.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your PSP to YVR flight.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air Canada is your ticket to exploring Vancouver (and maybe even some other great parts of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Canada.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for PSP to YVR flights is WestJet.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between PSP and YVR include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
$98 is currently the best price for a one-way Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Return flights start from $262. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from PSP to YVR by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
PSP is located at 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
Palm Springs International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.33% of flights that take off from PSP reach their destination on time.
Palm Springs International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Palm Springs. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near PSP? If you're boarding an early flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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 main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PSP to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its leading sights. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Victoria is another essential stop in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
