Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico from C$ 172

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SMF
19 Feb — 26 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Chico are usually found in August or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Chico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2026.

Mon 9/37:10 a.m.
YVR
-
SMF
1 stop8h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/311:51 a.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop26h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 290
Fri 6/38:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SMF
1 stop7h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/311:51 a.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop11h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 303
Wed 18/26:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SMF
1 stop4h 13m
Delta
Wed 25/22:50 p.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop9h 09m
Delta
Deal found 19/1C$ 308
Fri 27/23:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SMF
1 stop20h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/312:08 p.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 321
Tue 17/27:37 p.m.
YVR
-
SMF
1 stop14h 56m
Delta
Tue 24/22:50 p.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop3h 57m
Delta
Deal found 19/1C$ 354
Wed 1/43:44 p.m.
YVR
-
SMF
1 stop6h 14m
Delta
Wed 8/45:09 p.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 20/1C$ 364
Mon 23/23:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SMF
2 stops18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/212:08 p.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1C$ 366
Thu 5/34:55 p.m.
YVR
-
SMF
1 stop23h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/38:30 a.m.
SMF
-
YVR
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 373

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Chico

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver Intl to Chico flight deals. Data was last updated 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 303

One-way from

C$ 172

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 547
6/3-13/3
  • 6/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 45m total
  • Vancouver to Chico
5/3
  • 5/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 01m total
  • Vancouver to Chico
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Vancouver Intl

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Chico

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Fri 6/3

8:00 a.m.-3:56 p.m.

1 stop7h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 13/3

11:51 a.m.-10:20 p.m.

2 stops10h 29m

C$ 332

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/3

3:35 p.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop6h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/3

1:19 p.m.-8:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

C$ 354

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Fri 27/2

6:55 a.m.-6:10 p.m.

2 stops11h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/3

12:08 p.m.-2:51 p.m.

1 stop26h 43m

C$ 357

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Wed 18/2

6:20 a.m.-10:33 a.m.

1 stop4h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 25/2

3:00 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops8h 59m

C$ 357

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/4

6:20 a.m.-12:32 p.m.

1 stop6h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/4

1:17 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 38m

C$ 364

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Tue 17/2

6:20 a.m.-11:43 p.m.

2 stops17h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 24/2

11:45 a.m.-6:47 p.m.

1 stop7h 02m

C$ 368

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Mon 23/2

5:45 p.m.-11:56 p.m.

1 stop6h 11m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 27/2

12:08 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

1 stop11h 32m

C$ 372

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/3

4:55 p.m.-3:56 p.m.

1 stop23h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/3

8:30 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop12h 25m

C$ 375

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/4

6:20 a.m.-10:32 a.m.

1 stop4h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 27/4

7:46 p.m.-8:37 a.m.

1 stop12h 51m

C$ 378

VancouverSacramento

YVR - SMF

YVRSMF

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/4

6:00 a.m.-7:20 p.m.

2 stops13h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/4

6:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 45m

C$ 382

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Chico

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Chico. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico. 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 Intl Airport to Chico?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico (average of C$ 348). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 482). 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 CH1?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Chico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to Chico. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chico. 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 Chico. Reviews last updated 20 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico in about 6h 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Vancouver Intl Airport and Chico is about 1173 km.

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

    Before booking your flight to Chico from Vancouver Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (70%), Jazz (70%), United Airlines( 70%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico is C$ 445. On average you can expect to pay C$ 647. The most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for C$ 354.

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

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Chico 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 Chico?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico (average of C$ 348). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chico in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 482). 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 Vancouver Intl to Chico

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestC$ 237AverageC$ 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 349AverageC$ 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 429AverageC$ 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 492AverageC$ 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 494AverageC$ 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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