5 last-minute cheap flights from Vancouver to sunny destinations for under $300 round trip
It's that point in winter when people are over the cold and searching for an escape from the seemingly never-ending chill and dreary days. Luckily, there are some great options for cheap flights from Vancouver that will take you to sunny destinations with sandy beaches, poolside lounging, and, most importantly— no snow in sight.
Some of these flights are just $150 round trip and make for an ideal quick getaway, while others are a bit more of a journey but perfect for a week-long retreat. All of them are $300 round trip or under, so you can rest assured you're getting a deal.
Here are five cheap flights from Vancouver to sunny spots this winter.
Palm Springs
Price: $148
Airline: Flair Ailrines
When: March 2 - March 6
Details: There are cheap flights to Palm Springs throughout the month, but it's hard to beat getting one under $150. A trip here is full of sunshine, leisure, and some pretty cool sights. According to Vacation Palm Springs, March is an "ideal month to visit," with an average daily temperature of 26C. There's also very little rain, so you can spend your trip soaking up the sun.
Keep in mind that these prices are for Flair's basic bundle options, so you'll be packing light if you want the cheapest trip possible.
Las Vegas
Price: $202
Airline: Flair Ailrines
When: February 16 - February 25
Details: You can take your pick of flights throughout the winter from YVR to Vegas, because many of them are pretty cheap. You won't be bored here, with shows, tours, and world-famous attractions. AccuWeather says that you can expect highs of up to 25C in February, and there's mostly sun in the forecast.
Think of days at the pool, nights out on the town, and lots of vitamin D.
Puerto Vallarta
Price: $256
Airline: Flair Ailrines
When: March 9 - March 18
Details: This is a longer flight, so calls for a more extended vacation. You might want to stay even longer though, to really soak up the beauty of this place. The city has stunning beaches a backdrop of the Sierra Madre mountains. Take your pick of exploring, sightseeing, and beach-going here.
AccuWeather shows a month full of sunshine and highs of 33C for March here.
Fort Lauderdale
Price: $301
Airline: United Airline
When: When: February 23 - March 4
Details: February in this city usually sits around 25C, according to Visit Lauderdale, and you can expect clear skies. Then you've got 24 miles of sandy beaches to enjoy the weather at.
Phoenix
Price: $158
Airline: Flair Ailrines
When: When: February 24 - February 28
Details: The Visit Phoenix website says that you can expect temperature highs of 21C in February and 24C in March, so going at the end of the month will likely mean being toasty. Explore the desert landscape here and lay out by the pool, enjoying the break from Vancouver weather.
