jofifrla Posted March 16, 2018 #1 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Is a flight time of 11:30 AM too early to book? It would be an international flight (Vancouver to CA). I made the reservation before I saw the FAQ on the Princess website that said do not book before noon. Link to post Share on other sites
Fisherwoman Posted March 16, 2018 #2 Share Posted March 16, 2018 If you carry off your luggage and are the first off, it's doable as long as there are no hold ups in Customs. You can take Skytrain to the airport and get there in 25 minutes. You must be at the airport a minimum of two hours before your flight. I would take a later flight as you are taking a chance. Link to post Share on other sites
moki'smommy Posted March 16, 2018 #3 Share Posted March 16, 2018 You are in that realm of "probably OK but cutting it close." I'd move it if you can. Link to post Share on other sites
cruisequeen4ever Posted March 16, 2018 #4 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I personally wouldn’t risk it. If you’re within 24 hours of booking, you can likely change it without penalty. The Vancouver airport is about 25 min drive away, it can have very long lines, and you have to clear several checkpoints. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to post Share on other sites
jofifrla Posted March 16, 2018 Author #5 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Thank you for your speedy responses -- very helpful! Link to post Share on other sites
Keith1010 Posted March 16, 2018 #6 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I really want to stress you are on the cusp. I would feel more comfortable with a flight after Noon. Getting a taxi can be a challenge if there are two or three ships in port so when you get off the ship and claim your luggage if there is a long line for taxis walk over to the Pan Pacific Hotel witch is right adjacent to the cruise ship terminal or across the street to the Fairmont hotel. At Vancouver airport you need to check in at the ticket counter, drop your luggage at a nearby area, go through security, go through USA immigration/customs. Keith Link to post Share on other sites
Cruzer1001 Posted March 16, 2018 #7 Share Posted March 16, 2018 You would be cutting it very close but unless you have lots of luggage the Skytrain would be your best route to YVR. Taxis are at the mercy of the traffic and getting to the airport involves transiting downtown Vancouver which has zero highways. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to post Share on other sites
Cruise Junky Posted March 16, 2018 #8 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Where is the ship the day before? If it's Alaska, or Victoria I'd probably do that. Also, how many other ships in port? can you handle your own luggage or will you need a cab? Link to post Share on other sites
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