Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Burnaby travel guide

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You're Going to Love Burnaby

With a population of 202,799, Burnaby is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Burnaby has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Burnaby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Riverway Restaurant (9001 Bill Fox Way) and Trattoria Italian Kitchen - Burnaby (#102 – 4501 Kingsway) are great picks.

When to visit Burnaby

Burnaby in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 469
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burnaby in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 469
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Burnaby in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 224 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Burnaby, with an average rainfall of 39 mm.

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How to Get to Burnaby

Plane

When flying to Burnaby, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 18 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burnaby, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Burnaby to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around AED 176 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about AED 331 for a 7h 32m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burnaby, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Burnaby takes 266 km and will cost you around AED 404. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about AED 452 for a journey of 507 km.

Plane

When flying to Burnaby, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 18 km from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Burnaby, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Burnaby to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around AED 176 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about AED 331 for a 7h 32m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burnaby, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Burnaby takes 266 km and will cost you around AED 404. From Kelowna, the ticket costs about AED 452 for a journey of 507 km.

Airports near Burnaby

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Burnaby

Lufthansa
Good (7,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,820 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,584 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,778 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,688 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,211 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,562 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,210 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,068 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,933 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,846 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
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Where to stay in Burnaby

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Burnaby Hotel and Vancouver Backpacker House.

Where to stay in popular areas of Burnaby

Most booked hotels in Burnaby

Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 921+
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Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 776+
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Pan Pacific Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 840+
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Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 770+
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River Rock Casino Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
AED 537+
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Empire Landmark Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
AED 198+
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Hiring a car in Burnaby

Expect to pay AED 4.56 per litre in Burnaby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 54.65 and AED 72.87. Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Burnaby, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 4.56 per litre in Burnaby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 54.65 and AED 72.87. Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Burnaby, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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