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$142+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Vancouver

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — YVR
May 18 — May 251
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Vancouver

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Vancouver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Vancouver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 18, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/56:44 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop26h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/117:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 9/53:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Tue 9/157:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/16$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 9/53:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Wed 9/167:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/16$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/113:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Thu 5/286:00 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop8h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/93:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 45m
WestJet
Mon 5/257:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/133:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Sat 5/237:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/93:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 45m
WestJet
Sat 5/237:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/104:47 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop27h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/166:00 am
YVR
-
SAN
2 stops9h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/283:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 45m
WestJet
Sun 6/77:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/293:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 45m
WestJet
Wed 6/37:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 6/93:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Mon 6/226:45 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop7h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 4/13$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/13:30 pm
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Tue 6/97:30 am
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$266

Find flight deals from San Diego to Vancouver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Vancouver (8CA). 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 April 18, 2026.

Round-trip from

$249
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$142
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$355
From San Diego to Vancouver
One-way flight from San Diego to Vancouver
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Vancouver 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 April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Vancouver that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 5/7

3:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 45m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 5/10

7:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$258

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 5/7

1:38 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 5/10

7:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$266

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Tue 5/5

8:00 am-4:51 pm

2 stops8h 51m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$453

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Sat 6/20

4:18 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 6/27

6:45 am-3:56 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$453

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Wed 7/1

6:55 pm-9:51 am

1 stop14h 56m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 7/8

7:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop4h 51m

$483

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 6/18

6:20 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 7/8

7:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop4h 51m

$515

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 5/21

6:20 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/21

5:25 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 05m

$552

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Tue 5/12

4:55 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 5/20

4:10 pm-12:28 am

1 stop8h 18m

$602
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 5/28

4:09 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 6/1

5:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$617

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

Thu 7/2

12:59 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 7/18

7:55 am-3:14 pm

2 stops7h 19m

$618

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Vancouver

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Vancouver from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Vancouver

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Vancouver is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Vancouver (average of $69). Flying from San Diego to Vancouver in December is currently the most expensive (average of $131). 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 18, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Vancouver at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 74% 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Vancouver

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Vancouver. 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 April 18, 2026.

The most flights from SAN to 8CA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

How often are flights from San Diego to Vancouver delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between San Diego and Vancouver have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Vancouver flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Vancouver flights?

Over the last year, Air Canada have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver. 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. Reviews last updated April 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Diego to Vancouver 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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from San Diego to Vancouver, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 4 outbound flights to Vancouver per day. 5 airlines have flights to Vancouver from San Diego on a regular basis.

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

    Departing from San Diego to Vancouver will take you 6h 40m. San Diego and Vancouver are separated by a distance of 1178 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Vancouver is WestJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $80 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Delta, starting at $106 and $110 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Vancouver for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $52 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from WestJet. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Air Canada, with prices starting from $64 and $68, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Vancouver are Air Canada (77%), Jazz (77%) and United Airlines (77%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Vancouver? While on average our users pay $696, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $170. The most popular route (San Diego - Vancouver Intl), is priced around $265.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Vancouver (average of $69). Flying from San Diego to Vancouver in December is currently the most expensive (average of $131). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Vancouver. 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$80Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$106Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$110Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$224Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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