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$58+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Banff, 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — YYC
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Banff

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$149
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$58
(Justfly.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$308
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Banff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Banff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/72:05 pmSAN - YYC
Nonstop3h 19mWestJet
Sun 6/157:00 amYYC - SAN
1 stop6h 09mWestJet
Deal found 4/16$149
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/172:05 pmSAN - YYC
Nonstop3h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/512:30 pmYYC - SAN
2 stops10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$164
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2812:40 pmSAN - YYC
1 stop8h 13mAir Canada
Sat 5/316:20 amYYC - SAN
1 stop6h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/16$185
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/278:40 amSAN - YYC
1 stop12h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/67:30 pmYYC - SAN
1 stop14h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$199
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:10 pmSAN - YYC
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Thu 6/57:40 amYYC - SAN
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/16$251
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/99:00 amSAN - YYC
1 stop7h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/126:19 pmYYC - SAN
1 stop6h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$309

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Banff that are best for you.

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San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Sat 6/7

2:05 pm-6:24 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Calgary

Sun 6/15

7:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$149

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Sat 5/17

2:05 pm-6:24 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Calgary

Thu 6/5

12:30 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$164

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Wed 5/28

12:40 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Calgary

Sat 5/31

6:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$185

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Tue 5/27

8:40 am-9:48 pm

1 stop12h 08m

Calgary

Fri 6/6

7:30 pm-9:14 am

1 stop14h 44m

$199

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Sat 5/24

1:10 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Calgary

Wed 6/11

6:45 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$251

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Fri 5/9

9:00 am-5:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Calgary

Mon 5/12

6:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$309

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Thu 8/14

1:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$58

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Fri 9/12

4:55 pm-12:42 am

1 stop6h 47m

$69

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Wed 5/7

11:10 am-9:48 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$74

San DiegoCalgary

SAN - YYC

SANYYC

San Diego

Tue 6/10

1:00 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$77

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Banff

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Banff. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Banff is 66 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 Banff?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Banff (average of $300). Flying from San Diego to Banff in June is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 B4N?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Banff. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Banff, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Banff by month

Plan your trip to Banff by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Banff ranges from 0.4 - 3.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Banff when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Banff by month

Plan your trip to Banff by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Banff, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Banff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Banff. 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 Banff. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Diego to Banff. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,809 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Banff 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 0 flights from San Diego to Banff per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Banff flight route?

    This flight path from San Diego to Banff was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $58 on WestJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $69 and United Airlines from $74 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Banff? While on average our users pay $444, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (San Diego - Calgary), is priced around $144.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Banff (average of $300). Flying from San Diego to Banff in June is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 Banff

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Banff. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$117Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$196Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$262Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$282Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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