Travelling from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Explore your options for flying out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The average length of a direct Vancouver to Incheon International Airport flight is 11 hours 35 minutes.
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. The city runs on the UTC+9 timezone and is 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Korean Air at 2:50pm. Opt for the first YVR to ICN departure with Korean Air at 1am if getting there sooner works for you.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Vancouver to ICN.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport (ICN) depart from this terminal.
When departing from YVR, you can take a direct flight from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport with Korean Air.
Korean Air is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YVR to ICN.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Air Canada.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to ICN flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Incheon International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ICN:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Central Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport is P18,584. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P24,506. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Vancouver to ICN, book your ticket three months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Vancouver to Incheon International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Plan your visit to Seoul in April for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to ICN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Incheon International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Daegu will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Modern Art Statue, Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District.
Around 153 kilometres south-east of Seoul, Daejeon is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.