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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport from $125

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YVR
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$265

One-way from

$125

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$445

Good round-trip deal

$495 or less

Good one-way deal

$222 or less
Flair Airlines
  • Flair Airlines
  • 23/4-26/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 33m total
  • San Francisco to Vancouver
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • San Francisco to Vancouver
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($185 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Wed 23/408:35SFO - YVR
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/407:00YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$265
Tue 6/522:59SFO - YVR
1 stop9h 56mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/512:40YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$298
Sun 4/507:30SFO - YVR
2 stops8h 40mWestJet
Fri 9/511:30YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 29mWestJet
Deal found 20/2$318
Wed 16/413:45SFO - YVR
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Tue 6/506:45YVR - SFO
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Deal found 21/2$348
Wed 16/411:55SFO - YVR
2 stops11h 52mAlaska Airlines
Mon 21/417:20YVR - SFO
1 stop4h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/2$365
Wed 23/410:10SFO - YVR
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 26/406:00YVR - SFO
2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$472

Find flights from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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San Francisco

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Vancouver Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 23/4

08:35-15:38

1 stop7h 03m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 26/4

07:00-09:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$265

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 6/5

22:59-08:55

1 stop9h 56m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 7/5

12:40-15:07

Nonstop2h 27m

$298

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sun 4/5

07:30-16:10

2 stops8h 40m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/5

11:30-13:59

Nonstop2h 29m

$318

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 16/4

13:45-21:07

1 stop7h 22m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 6/5

06:45-15:46

1 stop9h 01m

$348

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 16/4

11:55-23:47

2 stops11h 52m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 21/4

17:20-22:13

1 stop4h 53m

$365

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 23/4

10:10-21:19

2 stops11h 09m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 26/4

06:00-17:08

2 stops11h 08m

$472

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 25/3

07:00-09:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$125

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Tue 24/6

07:30-19:10

2 stops11h 40m

$133

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Sun 25/5

06:05-10:51

1 stop4h 46m

$140

San FranciscoVancouver

SFO - YVR

SFOYVR

San Francisco

Wed 16/4

11:55-23:47

2 stops11h 52m

$149

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

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 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 San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $1,108). Flying from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,715). 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 SFO to YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 61% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from SFO to YVR are scheduled on a Wednesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Vancouver Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vancouver Intl Airport ranges from 36.0 - 189.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 189.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Vancouver Intl Airport when rainfall is around 36.0 mm.

Temperature in Vancouver Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vancouver Intl Airport, 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 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco to Vancouver 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
9,697 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,697 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,217 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,760 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,697 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
2,800 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Vancouver Intl?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19.0 km from the centre of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 22 outbound flights to Vancouver Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Vancouver Intl from San Francisco on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $298 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are WestJet and Delta, starting at $318 and $348 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $125. Users have also found prices from $140 and $149 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport on time: Emirates (100%), Flair Airlines (92%), ANA (89%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport is generally $492, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $132. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Vancouver Intl), you can expect to pay $138 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $1,108). Flying from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,715). 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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