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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San Diego from C$ 144

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SAN
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to San Diego are usually found in June or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 220

One-way from

C$ 144

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 423
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 10/7-15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 49m total
  • Vancouver to San Diego
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 25/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 04m total
  • Vancouver to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 130 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Fri 20/67:00 a.m.YVR - SAN
1 stop6h 20mWestJet
Sun 22/62:05 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop8h 30mWestJet
Deal found 28/4C$ 216
Fri 22/86:50 p.m.YVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/86:15 a.m.SAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 241
Thu 5/611:45 p.m.YVR - SAN
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/610:45 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop24h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 254
Sat 18/108:55 a.m.YVR - SAN
Nonstop2h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/108:11 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop14h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 272
Thu 19/66:38 p.m.YVR - SAN
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Tue 24/67:27 a.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 28/4C$ 299
Wed 9/78:55 a.m.YVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 07mAir Canada
Tue 15/76:15 a.m.SAN - YVR
Nonstop3h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 27/4C$ 331
Tue 20/57:07 p.m.YVR - SAN
1 stop4h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 27/56:32 p.m.SAN - YVR
2 stops23h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 374

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver to San Diego 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to San Diego that are best for you.

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Vancouver

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 20/6

7:00 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

San Diego

Sun 22/6

2:05 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 216

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 22/8

6:50 p.m.-9:53 p.m.

Nonstop3h 03m

San Diego

Sun 24/8

6:15 a.m.-9:23 a.m.

Nonstop3h 08m

C$ 241

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/6

11:45 p.m.-8:21 a.m.

1 stop8h 36m

San Diego

Sun 8/6

10:45 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop24h 13m

C$ 254

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sat 18/10

8:55 a.m.-11:52 a.m.

Nonstop2h 57m

San Diego

Sat 25/10

8:11 p.m.-11:03 a.m.

1 stop14h 52m

C$ 272

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 19/6

6:38 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

1 stop5h 06m

San Diego

Tue 24/6

7:27 a.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop5h 08m

C$ 299

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/7

8:55 a.m.-12:02 p.m.

Nonstop3h 07m

San Diego

Tue 15/7

6:15 a.m.-9:23 a.m.

Nonstop3h 08m

C$ 331

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/5

7:07 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop4h 52m

San Diego

Tue 27/5

6:32 p.m.-6:17 p.m.

2 stops23h 45m

C$ 374

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/6

11:45 p.m.-11:51 a.m.

2 stops12h 06m

San Diego

Sun 8/6

10:40 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

1 stop10h 40m

C$ 391

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 25/5

9:05 a.m.-12:09 p.m.

Nonstop3h 04m

C$ 144

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/5

2:20 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 35m

C$ 147

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver to San Diego. 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 San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego (average of C$ 300). Flying from Vancouver to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 409). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Vancouver to San Diego at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to San Diego. 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from 8CA to SAN are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Vancouver to San Diego have to say. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
2,823 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Vancouver?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from Vancouver. On average, San Diego has 2 inbound flights from Vancouver per day from 5 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 4.2 km from San Diego’s city centre.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver to San Diego is WestJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 220 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at C$ 254 and C$ 298 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to San Diego for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 144. Air Canada flights start at C$ 147 while deals on United Airlines start at C$ 148 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver to San Diego consider choosing Jazz (90%), Air Canada (70%) or United Airlines (57%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 120. While the most popular route (Vancouver Intl - San Diego) can be booked for C$ 215 on average our data indicates C$ 260 when flying from Vancouver to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego (average of C$ 300). Flying from Vancouver to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 409). 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 to San Diego

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to San Diego. 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 176AverageC$ 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 262AverageC$ 475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 278AverageC$ 523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 279AverageC$ 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 294AverageC$ 454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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