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$86+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Vancouver Intl (YVR)

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — YVR
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Vancouver Intl (YVR). 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 September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$86
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$238

Good round-trip deal

$208 or less

Good one-way deal

$145 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Vancouver Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Vancouver Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/182:05 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop6h 31mWestJet
Sat 10/257:00 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 20mWestJet
Deal found 9/16$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/111:01 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/187:00 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/111:01 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/257:00 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/111:01 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/145:35 pmYVR - SAN
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/111:01 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/205:35 pmYVR - SAN
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/172:05 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop6h 31mWestJet
Sun 10/265:30 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 15mWestJet
Deal found 9/16$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/102:05 pmSAN - YVR
2 stops18h 52mWestJet
Sat 10/257:00 amYVR - SAN
1 stop6h 20mWestJet
Deal found 9/16$176
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/24:40 pmSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 09mAir Canada
Wed 10/812:50 pmYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 9/18$181

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Vancouver Intl 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 September 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Vancouver Intl

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 10/2

4:40 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/8

12:50 pm-3:51 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$181

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 10/9

6:00 pm-9:51 am

2 stops15h 51m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 10/25

7:20 pm-8:06 am

1 stop12h 46m

$219

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Sat 10/18

6:53 am-9:49 pm

1 stop14h 56m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 10/25

12:50 pm-3:51 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$220

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 10/2

10:17 am-9:19 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/6

11:43 am-10:44 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$235

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Fri 10/3

6:53 am-6:18 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/7

7:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$235

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Fri 10/17

1:40 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/19

6:15 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$243

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 10/16

5:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/19

6:15 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$243

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Sun 10/12

6:41 am-4:36 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop28h 27m

$249

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Tue 3/3

7:50 pm-11:03 am

1 stop15h 13m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/4

3:00 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$263

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Mon 10/6

2:52 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop21h 48m

$86

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

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

Plan to arrive early at SAN due to potential traffic congestion, especially during peak hours. Check the airport's website for updates on construction impacts.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
YVR

Use the Canada Line for affordable transport from YVR to downtown Vancouver. Trains run every 7-15 minutes, taking about 30 minutes to reach the city.

Read more about YVRby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

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 San Diego to Vancouver Intl

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 31 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Vancouver Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 63% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Vancouver Intl. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver Intl. 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 Vancouver Intl. Reviews last updated September 19, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,095 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Vancouver Intl. 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 Vancouver Intl?

    If you book a flight to Vancouver Intl 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 2 flights from San Diego to Vancouver Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Air Canada, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport in just under 3h 09m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 42m. The distance from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport is about 1178 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $87, WestJet will fly you from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport and back. In addition to WestJet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $110 and $114, respectively. Users have found that WestJet is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport on time: Air Canada (87%), Jazz (86%), United Airlines (82%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $260 for a flight from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $84 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Vancouver Intl) is currently priced at $182.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Vancouver Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Vancouver Intl. 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 September 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$87Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$110Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$114Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$289Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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