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$90+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Richmond, BC, Canada

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — YVR
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Richmond

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:57 amSAN - YVR
1 stop29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:30 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:57 amSAN - YVR
1 stop29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/115:30 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:57 amSAN - YVR
1 stop29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1012:30 pmYVR - SAN
2 stops21h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - YVR
2 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/115:30 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:57 amSAN - YVR
1 stop29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/93:45 pmYVR - SAN
2 stops22h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - YVR
2 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:30 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$383
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/292:10 pmSAN - YVR
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/115:30 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$384

Find flight deals from San Diego to Richmond

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Richmond flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$90
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$407
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Richmond that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Richmond that are best for you.

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Price

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Sat 1/17

7:03 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 07m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/20

7:55 am-4:38 pm

2 stops8h 43m

$223

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Fri 1/30

7:03 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 07m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/2

7:55 am-8:11 pm

2 stops12h 16m

$223

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Sat 2/28

3:45 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-4:01 pm

2 stops10h 01m

$224

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Sat 1/31

7:03 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 07m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-1:01 pm

2 stops7h 01m

$224

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Mon 2/2

5:10 pm-12:10 am

2 stops7h 00m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-1:01 pm

2 stops7h 01m

$229

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Sat 1/31

12:34 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/9

7:55 am-4:59 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$229

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Wed 2/4

1:57 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops6h 58m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/9

7:55 am-4:59 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$229

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Fri 1/30

1:57 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops6h 58m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 2/6

7:55 am-4:59 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$229

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Fri 2/6

1:57 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops6h 58m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/10

7:55 am-4:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$229

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 1/15

1:00 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 1/24

7:55 am-7:15 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Richmond

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Richmond?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Richmond. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Richmond may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Richmond?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Richmond (average of $70). Flying from San Diego to Richmond in October is currently the most expensive (average of $106). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to R1C?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Richmond is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 64% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Richmond?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Richmond. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Richmond flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Richmond

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Richmond. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to R1C are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Richmond. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego to Richmond to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,204 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,534 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Richmond. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Richmond?

    If you book a flight to Richmond from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 3 flights from San Diego to Richmond per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Richmond?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to Richmond in 5h 07m. Fly via Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. San Diego and Richmond are separated by a distance of 1178 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Richmond one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $53. Air Canada flights start at $66 while deals on United Airlines start at $73 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Richmond?

    Consider Jazz (81%), United Airlines (79%) or Air Canada (74%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Richmond.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Richmond?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Richmond? While on average our users pay $346, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $89. The most popular route (San Diego - Vancouver Intl), is priced around $147.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Richmond that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Richmond flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Richmond?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Richmond.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Richmond?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Richmond by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Richmond?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Richmond (average of $70). Flying from San Diego to Richmond in October is currently the most expensive (average of $106). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Richmond. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$86Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$108Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$127Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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