Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Victoria: what you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7. The city is five hours 30 minutes behind St John's, where St. John's International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YYT to Victoria flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
YYT is around 6 kilometres from central St John's. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near YYT? If you're catching an early flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from St. John's International Airport, 62.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Victoria
ر.ق. 770 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way St. John's International Airport to Victoria flight. A return flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,413. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from YYT to Victoria, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your St. John's International Airport to Victoria ticket.
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Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel near YYJ if you're coming in on a late flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Victoria International Airport rental car and explore Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Victoria International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YYT to Victoria can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Once your flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Victoria is roughly 2 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 10 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YWH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YYT to Victoria flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Victoria
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Victoria in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your St. John's International Airport to Victoria flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from YYT to Victoria in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Victoria
After booking your flight from St. John's International Airport to Victoria, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Victoria:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Craigdarroch Castle, Royal BC Museum and Inner Harbour are must-visits when exploring Victoria.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Victoria, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey around 105 kilometres north-east to Abbotsford to check off its must-visit sights. From Discovery Trail Dog Park to Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Coquitlam, about 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria. Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park are key highlights.
