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$71+ 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — YVR
jul. 23 — jul. 301
mié. 7/23
mié. 7/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Vancouver Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Vancouver Intl

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 julio 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$273

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$85 or less
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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 julio 18, 2025.

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lun. 9/82:05 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop6h 31mWestJet
lun. 9/159:05 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mWestJet
Deal found 7/17$173
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/712:40 pmSAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 08mAir Canada
mié. 8/136:50 pmYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 7/16$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
mié. 9/36:15 amSAN - YVR
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/119:05 amYVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$194
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mié. 8/206:32 pmSAN - YVR
1 stop15h 19mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/2112:00 pmYVR - SAN
1 stop11h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/17$227

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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

Fly to

Vancouver Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

mié. 8/13

2:05 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Vancouver Intl

mié. 8/20

7:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$163

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

jue. 8/7

12:40 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Vancouver Intl

mié. 8/13

6:50 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$186

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

jue. 8/7

11:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Vancouver Intl

mié. 8/13

6:50 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$197

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

mar. 8/12

2:05 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$71

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

lun. 7/21

5:00 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$79

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

vie. 9/12

6:15 am-10:25 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$85

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

dom. 9/14

7:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$90

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

jue. 8/7

6:15 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$97

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

sáb. 8/30

12:50 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops34h 10m

$112

San DiegoVancouver

SAN - YVR

SANYVR

San Diego

vie. 8/29

1:00 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$134

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Deals found on 7/15

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
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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 July 11, 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 81 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 $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 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 julio 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 58% 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 July 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport

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

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

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 julio 18, 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

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,864 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,948 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 6 flights from San Diego to Vancouver Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $163, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air Canada for as low as $186. Users have found that WestJet is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on WestJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $82 and Alaska Airlines from $97 one-way.

  • 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 (73%), Jazz (73%), United Airlines (73%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $952 for a flight from San Diego to Vancouver Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $55 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Vancouver Intl) is currently priced at $170.

  • 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 $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 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 julio 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$98Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$110Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$129Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$287Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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