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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco from $142

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SFO
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$154

One-way from

$142

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$469

Good one-way deal

$127 or less
Flair Airlines
  • Flair Airlines
  • 9/5-14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 29/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Fri 9/507:00YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Wed 14/510:15SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Deal found 25/3$154
Thu 8/515:30YVR - SFO
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/510:15SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$216
Thu 8/515:30YVR - SFO
1 stop5h 55mWestJet
Sun 18/512:50SFO - YVR
1 stop7h 45mWestJet
Deal found 24/3$264
Fri 23/515:15YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/506:30SFO - YVR
1 stop14h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/3$270
Sat 30/815:25YVR - SFO
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Sun 14/912:30SFO - YVR
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Deal found 24/3$296
Sat 12/417:20YVR - SFO
1 stop4h 53mAlaska Airlines
Tue 15/418:10SFO - YVR
1 stop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 24/3$360

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/5

07:00-09:30

Nonstop2h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 14/5

10:15-12:45

Nonstop2h 30m

$154

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/5

15:30-21:25

1 stop5h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

10:15-12:40

Nonstop2h 25m

$216

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/5

15:30-21:25

1 stop5h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

12:50-20:35

1 stop7h 45m

$264

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 23/5

15:15-17:40

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 26/5

06:30-21:16

1 stop14h 46m

$270

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 30/8

15:25-22:29

1 stop7h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 14/9

12:30-18:48

1 stop6h 18m

$296

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 12/4

17:20-22:13

1 stop4h 53m

San Francisco

Tue 15/4

18:10-23:47

1 stop5h 37m

$360

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 29/5

17:15-19:40

Nonstop2h 25m

$142

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/4

11:43-15:50

1 stop4h 07m

$191

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 29/6

08:30-12:05

1 stop27h 35m

$208

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 14/4

19:33-23:44

1 stop4h 11m

$215

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 24/3

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

When flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 84% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from YVR to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Vancouver to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very Good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Vancouver Intl?

    For a flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19.0 km from the centre vof the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 24 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day. 0 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Vancouver Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is Flair Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $154 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are WestJet and United Airlines, starting at $264 and $270 round-trip. Flair Airlines is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $142. Users have also found prices from $191 and $208 on Delta and WestJet, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco consider choosing Flair Airlines(86%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL(85%) or ANA(84%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is generally $172, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $122. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $272 for that flight.

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

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

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

    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 Francisco.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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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