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$219+ 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SAN
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Wed 8/5
Wed 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 6, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 7/279:40 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop28h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/293:03 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop25h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$366
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1410:10 pm
YVR
-
SAN
2 stops16h 00m
WestJet
Fri 11/612:35 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop10h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 7/3$368
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/147:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Sun 8/163:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 7/3$369
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/161:15 pm
YVR
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 7/195:05 pm
SAN
-
YVR
Nonstop3h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/2$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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.
Sat 8/85:00 am
YVR
-
SAN
2 stops15h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/154:28 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop27h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$372
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/241:15 pm
YVR
-
SAN
Nonstop3h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 7/265:05 pm
SAN
-
YVR
Nonstop3h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/3$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/126:45 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop5h 40m
Delta
Wed 11/411:02 am
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 44m
Delta
Deal found 7/3$374
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Thu 8/273:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 6/30$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 8/67:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/104:28 pm
SAN
-
YVR
2 stops22h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/198:00 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop7h 20m
Delta
Sun 11/226:15 am
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop9h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/3$377
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/116:45 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop7h 25m
WestJet
Sat 8/153:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 7/1$379

Find 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 July 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$366
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$219
(iWofly)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$403

Good round-trip deal

$404 or less

Good one-way deal

$222 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 6, 2026.
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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 8/19

2:55 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 00m

San Diego

Mon 8/31

8:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$425
Quickest round-trip

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 7/17

2:55 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop4h 56m

San Diego

Tue 7/21

8:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$425

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/13

7:20 pm-12:29 am

1 stop5h 09m

San Diego

Mon 8/17

3:56 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$426

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 7/16

3:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San Diego

Mon 7/20

4:09 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$426

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/27

9:40 am-8:06 pm

1 stop10h 26m

San Diego

Wed 7/29

3:03 pm-12:15 am

2 stops9h 12m

$453

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 7/28

7:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop4h 51m

San Diego

Sat 8/1

6:27 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$464

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 7/16

5:25 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 05m

San Diego

Tue 7/21

8:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$480

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/3

12:09 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop5h 17m

San Diego

Mon 9/7

8:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$486

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/20

1:10 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San Diego

Thu 8/27

4:07 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$528

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 8/19

1:10 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San Diego

Wed 8/26

12:33 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$528

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Compare providers for flights from Vancouver Intl to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Diego in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Vancouver Intl Airport-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Vancouver Intl Airport-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Vancouver Intl Airport-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Vancouver Intl Airport-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Vancouver Intl Airport-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

Booking 44 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $216). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 July 6, 2026.

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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego?

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

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

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 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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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 July 6, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andWestJet 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,940 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,397 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,305 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl to San Diego. 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 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. 4 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 $426, United Airlines can have you in San Diego from Vancouver Intl Airport in 5h 09m. Vancouver Intl Airport and San Diego are separated by a distance of 1178 mi.

  • 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 $102 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Air Canada, starting at $156 and $173 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego are WestJet ($95), Air Canada ($107), and Alaska Airlines ($130).

  • 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: Sun Country Air (100%), Lufthansa (83%), Air Canada( 83%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $386 for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $203 while the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Diego) is currently priced at $291.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $216). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 4 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to San Diego

Discover the top 4 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 July 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$102Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$173Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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