Cheap flights from Vancouver to California from C$ 130

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — LAX
26 May — 2 Jun1
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 April 2026.

Fri 5/66:00 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Fri 12/63:00 p.m.
LAX
-
YVR
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 176
Fri 19/66:00 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Mon 22/67:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YVR
2 stops11h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 22/4C$ 178
Fri 19/68:20 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Fri 26/63:00 p.m.
LAX
-
YVR
1 stop7h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 179
Sat 22/811:15 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Sun 30/87:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YVR
1 stop7h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 180
Sun 31/57:30 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
2 stops8h 30m
WestJet
Wed 3/67:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YVR
2 stops10h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 183
Tue 11/87:30 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
1 stop6h 35m
WestJet
Sat 15/83:00 p.m.
LAX
-
YVR
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 22/4C$ 186
Mon 8/68:20 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Wed 10/67:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YVR
1 stop7h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 189
Sat 18/75:00 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
2 stops11h 00m
WestJet
Tue 21/77:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YVR
1 stop7h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 190
Tue 23/66:00 a.m.
YVR
-
LAX
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Thu 9/77:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YVR
1 stop6h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 191
Fri 11/93:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 30m
Flair Airlines
Mon 14/96:45 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 25m
Flair Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 238
Sun 11/109:10 a.m.
YVR
-
PSP
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Thu 15/101:00 p.m.
PSP
-
YVR
Nonstop3h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 238
Fri 10/79:10 a.m.
YVR
-
PSP
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Mon 13/71:10 p.m.
PSP
-
YVR
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 239

Find flight deals from Vancouver to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver to California flight deals. Data was last updated 26 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 176

One-way from

C$ 130

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 302
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 5/6-12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 05m total
  • Vancouver to California
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Vancouver to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/6

9:47 a.m.-10:37 p.m.

1 stop12h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 16/6

1:25 p.m.-11:22 p.m.

1 stop9h 57m

C$ 261

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Fri 4/9

2:55 p.m.-5:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

7:29 p.m.-10:26 p.m.

Nonstop2h 57m

C$ 340

VancouverLas Vegas

YVR - LAS

YVRLAS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 31/5

6:20 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop6h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/6

6:04 a.m.-10:28 a.m.

1 stop4h 24m

C$ 344

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 29/5

2:20 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop8h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

8:51 p.m.-11:22 p.m.

Nonstop2h 31m

C$ 344

VancouverLos Angeles

YVR - LAX

YVRLAX

Vancouver Intl

Wed 20/5

7:20 p.m.-7:38 a.m.

1 stop12h 18m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 30/5

7:26 p.m.-10:26 p.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

C$ 348

VancouverOntario

YVR - ONT

YVRONT

Vancouver Intl

Thu 13/8

7:00 a.m.-12:12 p.m.

1 stop5h 12m

Ontario

Mon 17/8

1:44 p.m.-8:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 15m

C$ 362

VancouverOntario

YVR - ONT

YVRONT

Vancouver Intl

Thu 20/8

7:00 a.m.-12:12 p.m.

1 stop5h 12m

Ontario

Wed 26/8

6:00 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

1 stop4h 48m

C$ 362

VancouverOntario

YVR - ONT

YVRONT

Vancouver Intl

Thu 13/8

7:00 a.m.-12:12 p.m.

1 stop5h 12m

Ontario

Sat 22/8

1:44 p.m.-11:22 p.m.

1 stop9h 38m

C$ 362

VancouverOntario

YVR - ONT

YVRONT

Vancouver Intl

Wed 12/8

7:00 a.m.-12:12 p.m.

1 stop5h 12m

Ontario

Mon 17/8

6:00 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

1 stop4h 48m

C$ 362

VancouverPalm Springs

YVR - PSP

YVRPSP

Vancouver Intl

Thu 13/8

6:50 a.m.-4:27 p.m.

1 stop9h 37m

Palm Springs

Sat 15/8

5:15 p.m.-10:27 p.m.

1 stop5h 12m

C$ 380

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to California

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

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to California (average of C$ 228). Flying from Vancouver to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 385). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 April 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Vancouver to California by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to California. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to California. 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 26 April 2026.

The most flights from 8CA to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 26 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,United Airlines, andWestJet from Vancouver to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Vancouver to California flights?

    Flights depart daily from Vancouver’s leading airports for California, but it is Vancouver International that offers the largest number of options and non-stop airlines. It is the largest of the area’s three airports (the others are Vancouver Coal Harbour, a hub for sea planes from Kenmore Air and Harbour Air, and Vancouver Boundary Bay - about 20 minutes from Vancouver International Airport with FBO services for corporate and private aircraft and helicopter services).It is roughly 15km from the city’s central business district, which averages 30 to 45 depending on to traffic. The airport is accessible by taxis that may offer fixed rates or variable rates that run CAD $35, or more depending upon the choice between taxi, private sedan, or fixed rate vehicles. There is also a direct train link into the city, via the Canada Line train/subway, with stations conveniently located downtown at Yaletown-Roundhouse, Vancouver City Centre and Waterfront. Trains leave every 7 minutes during peak hours and every 15 minutes during off hours, and cost CAD $4 from the airport and CAD $9 heading into the airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Vancouver to California?

    Flight times are usually under three hours. Several leading carriers make trips from Vancouver to California, and the most common are American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, WestJet, Air Canada, Continental Airlines, and United Airlines. There are thousands of flights of this kind each week to the 13 different airports within the vast state.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Vancouver to California?

    Since this is a three-hour trip, it does not include a stopover.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Vancouver to California?

    Canadian citizens do not need visas to enter the U.S. unless they intend to work, invest, immigrate or study. A valid passport is always required, and you will want to retain all essential travel documents whenever making your way through an airport, as this facilitates easier travel, boarding, and departures. Always carry proof of your citizenship, such as a birth certificate, certificate of citizenship or naturalization, as well as photo identification.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to California?

    For as low as C$ 344, United Airlines can have you in California from Vancouver in 6h 03m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1595 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Flair Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 102. However, be on the lookout for offers from WestJet and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Vancouver to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Vancouver to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver to California consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (97%), American Airlines (97%) or Alaska Airlines (97%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver to California?

    While on average a flight from Vancouver to California is generally C$ 1,065, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 117. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles), you can expect to pay C$ 200 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver to California 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 to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to California (average of C$ 228). Flying from Vancouver to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 385). 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 7 airlines flying from Vancouver to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 101AverageC$ 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 103AverageC$ 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 108AverageC$ 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 150AverageC$ 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 154AverageC$ 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 162AverageC$ 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 169AverageC$ 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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