Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver.
Vancouver and Santa Ana (where John Wayne Airport is located) are in the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route, with seven departures a week to choose from. You can fly from SNA to YVR at 12:30 with Air Canada.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SNA to Vancouver flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct John Wayne Airport to Vancouver tickets are available for booking. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is where you'll complete your journey.
Check out the deals with Air Canada. This carrier operates direct flights from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SNA to Vancouver with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 5 miles from central Santa Ana, SNA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SNA:
John Wayne Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that depart SNA land on time.
SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Vancouver
£54 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Vancouver flight. Return plane tickets start from £124. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book five months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SNA to Vancouver.
September is the best month for landing an amazing deal on John Wayne Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 9 miles. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your flight from SNA to Vancouver can help you secure the lowest rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is around 1 mile from central Vancouver. Once you've disembarked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.
After stepping off your SNA to Vancouver flight, kick back at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
In general, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from CXH as soon as you know your dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Hop off your flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver and go straight to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Vancouver is around 40 miles from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and typically takes 1 hour to drive there.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near YXX after your SNA to Vancouver flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Whether you're after a compact for solo travel or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Abbotsford Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available from suppliers such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're searching for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from YXX around one week ahead of your flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before locking in your flights from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Vancouver offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a John Wayne Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SNA to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Vancouver, browse our range of hotels including:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Vancouver itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 170 miles east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 160 miles north-east of Vancouver. No trip is complete without visiting Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.
