Flights to London - Frequently Asked Questions
+ What is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY)?
For flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY), April and November stand out as the months with the lowest fares. Within a week, Thursday departures on this route are cheaper than Sunday departures. Booking flights about two months before departure aligns best with the lowest fare periods identified for this route.
+ How long is the flight time from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY)?
Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY) operate with at least one connection via Frankfurt (FRA). The long-haul flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes about 10 hours, and the onward flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London (LCY) takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
+ Does Condor serve a free meal on flights between Vancouver (YVR) and London (LCY)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Economy Class passengers receive a complimentary Taste the World Menu with an additional snack, along with free soft and hot drinks throughout the flight; alcoholic beverages and extra snacks are available for purchase. On the same long-haul flight, Premium Economy offers an upgraded Classic Premium Menu, while Business Class offers an enhanced Taste the World Gourmet Menu with a broader selection of drinks and courses. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London (LCY) may differ, as this shorter European flight follows a separate service concept and may be operated by a partner airline.
+ What's included in Condor's business class on flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Business Class includes a fully flat seat that converts into a bed, direct aisle access at every seat, a large personal screen with Premium Entertainment, and an upgraded Taste the World Gourmet Menu with an extensive selection of drinks. Business Class passengers also benefit from increased cabin baggage and checked baggage allowances, lounge access at participating airports, priority services at check-in, security, boarding, and baggage handling, as well as an amenity kit and other comfort items on the long-haul flight. Onboard amenities and services on the shorter connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London (LCY) may differ, since this European flight is operated under a separate short-haul concept, often by a partner airline.
+ How often does Condor fly from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY)?
Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY) operate with a connection. In the summer season, the main one-stop routing via Frankfurt (FRA) operates on Monday, Saturday, and Sunday, with an additional two-stop routing via Calgary (YYC) and Frankfurt (FRA) operating on Thursday; in the winter season, a two-stop routing via Toronto (YYZ) and Frankfurt (FRA) operates on Wednesday, while a two-stop routing via Seattle (SEA) and Frankfurt (FRA) operates on Monday and Thursday.
+ Is the Condor flight from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY) nonstop?
Condor does not operate a nonstop flight from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY). Flights involve a long-haul Condor flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Frankfurt (FRA) followed by a shorter European flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London (LCY), and some itineraries add another short flight within North America before the long-haul leg.
+ Does Condor offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Wi‑Fi internet access is offered via the FlyConnect service for a fee, with different data packages available for messaging, browsing and streaming. Access is purchased and managed on board through the onboard portal. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London (LCY) may differ, and Wi‑Fi service on that European flight depends on the operating airline and aircraft.
+ What travel classes do Condor offer on flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY)?
On the Condor long-haul flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, three travel classes are offered: Economy Class, Premium Economy Class and Business Class. Economy Class provides ergonomic seats, a complimentary Taste the World Menu and snack, and free soft and hot drinks. Premium Economy Class adds increased legroom, a larger personal screen, enhanced meals with the Classic Premium Menu, an upgraded Baggage allowance and additional comfort items. Business Class offers a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, a larger 4K screen, the Taste the World Gourmet Menu with an extended drink selection, a higher baggage allowance, lounge access and priority airport services. Onboard seating and class options on the shorter connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London (LCY) may differ, as this flight is operated under a short-haul concept, often by a partner airline.
+ What are the baggage policies for flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY) with Condor?
For flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY), baggage allowances are determined by the booked travel class and fare on the Condor long-haul flight between Canada and Europe. In Economy Class on this long-haul route, cabin baggage is 8 kg, and checked baggage ranges from no included checked bag on the most restrictive fares to at least 1 checked bag of 23 kg on inclusive fares. Premium Economy Class includes 1 checked bag of 32 kg on Canada–Europe routes and 10 kg of cabin baggage, while Business Class includes 2 checked bags of 32 kg each and 16 kg of cabin baggage. One piece of Sports equipment up to 30 kg is included free of charge in Business Class, while in other travel classes sports equipment can be booked for a fee and must be registered no later than 8 hours before departure. Additional baggage beyond the free allowance can be purchased in predefined packages or as extra pieces, subject to the conditions that apply on Canada–Europe routes.
+ Does Condor offer flexible or refundable tickets from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY)?
On the Vancouver (YVR) to London (LCY) route, Condor offers different fare types on the long-haul flight between Canada and Europe, including options with more flexible rebooking and cancellation conditions. The most flexible options are bundled in dedicated Flex-type fares, which are designed to include complimentary or reduced-fee changes and improved refund conditions compared with basic Economy fares. Standard Economy and some discounted fares on this route have more restrictive change and refund rules and can be non-refundable or subject to higher fees if plans change. Travellers looking for maximum flexibility on this route should focus on fares that explicitly include flexible or refundable conditions rather than the lowest-price options.
