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$107+ Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to San Diego (SAN)

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SAN
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$167
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$107
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$260

Good round-trip deal

$128 or less

Good one-way deal

$160 or less
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:50 pmYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mAir Canada
Mon 8/256:15 amSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 8/16$162
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:20 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 00mAir Canada
Sun 9/72:20 pmSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 8/17$167
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:05 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mWestJet
Sun 9/72:05 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop8h 31mWestJet
Deal found 8/17$170
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/288:50 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 07mAir Canada
Fri 9/52:20 pmSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 8/16$171
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2110:20 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 00mAir Canada
Fri 9/262:20 pmSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 8/17$174
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2310:20 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 00mAir Canada
Sat 9/272:20 pmSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 8/17$175
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/289:05 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mWestJet
Fri 10/32:05 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop6h 31mWestJet
Deal found 8/18$176
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:00 amYVR - SAN
1 stop8h 20mWestJet
Mon 9/222:05 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop6h 31mWestJet
Deal found 8/17$181
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2110:20 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 00mAir Canada
Wed 9/242:20 pmSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 8/18$184
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/149:05 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/156:15 amSAN - YVR
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$185
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:00 amYVR - SAN
1 stop7h 20mWestJet
Sun 9/142:05 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop8h 31mWestJet
Deal found 8/15$186

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to San Diego 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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Vancouver Intl

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San Diego

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VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/4

10:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San Diego

Sun 9/7

2:20 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$167

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/4

9:05 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

San Diego

Sun 9/7

2:05 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$169

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/1

10:30 am-1:31 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San Diego

Wed 10/8

4:40 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$169

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/28

8:50 am-11:57 am

Nonstop3h 07m

San Diego

Fri 9/5

2:20 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$171

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/30

10:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San Diego

Tue 10/7

4:40 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$174

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/23

10:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

2:20 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$174

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 9/28

10:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San Diego

Fri 10/3

4:40 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$174

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/25

10:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$107

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/16

10:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$107

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/29

10:20 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$107

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The best insider tips for Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego trip
Airports
YVR

Security screenings at YVR are typically quick, with wait times under ten minutes. Check live updates online for real-time data before your flight.

Read more about YVRby Brandon Schultz
SAN

SAN is just three miles from downtown. Taxi or rideshare services are affordable, but plan for potential traffic congestion.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on YVR

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Vancouver Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 YVR to SAN?

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego 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 25% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to San Diego. 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from YVR to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,023 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,992 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Vancouver Intl?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Vancouver Intl to San Diego. 5 airlines have flights to San Diego from Vancouver Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Vancouver Intl to San Diego should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

    For as low as $167, Air Canada can have you in San Diego from Vancouver Intl Airport in 3h. Vancouver Intl Airport and San Diego are separated by a distance of 1178 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego is WestJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $117 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Delta, starting at $141 and $156 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

    Before booking your flight to San Diego from Vancouver Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (81%), Jazz (81%), United Airlines( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $193 for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Diego) is currently priced at $171.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Diego 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Vancouver Intl to San Diego

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl to San Diego. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$117Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$141Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$175Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$213Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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