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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San Diego from C$ 159

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SAN
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to San Diego are usually found in July or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 27 January 2026.

Fri 27/24:35 p.m.
YVR
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SAN
1 stop27h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/33:05 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 269
Tue 24/312:05 p.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/411:58 a.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop12h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 273
Mon 23/24:35 p.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop27h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/22:38 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 279
Thu 26/23:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/32:38 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 280
Sun 1/34:35 p.m.
YVR
-
SAN
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/32:38 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 284
Sun 22/24:35 p.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/38:59 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop25h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 293
Tue 3/39:10 a.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop11h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/32:38 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop7h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 297
Mon 23/23:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop15h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/28:20 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop23h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 303
Tue 3/39:10 a.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop11h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/33:05 p.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop8h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 306
Wed 25/26:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SAN
1 stop8h 09m
Delta
Wed 18/311:15 a.m.
SAN
-
YVR
1 stop9h 40m
Delta
Deal found 26/1C$ 308

Find 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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 269

One-way from

C$ 159

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July

Average price

C$ 399
27/2-6/3
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  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 12m total
  • Vancouver to San Diego
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21/2
  • 21/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 48m total
  • Vancouver to San Diego
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Vancouver

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/3

6:20 a.m.-2:29 p.m.

1 stop8h 09m

San Diego

Mon 9/3

3:40 p.m.-8:54 p.m.

1 stop5h 14m

C$ 316

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 22/4

6:00 a.m.-4:16 p.m.

2 stops10h 16m

San Diego

Wed 22/4

7:35 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

1 stop14h 05m

C$ 317

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/3

3:00 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

San Diego

Wed 4/3

7:45 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop13h 33m

C$ 325

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 24/4

3:35 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

San Diego

Mon 27/4

6:20 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 33m

C$ 325

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 24/3

7:55 a.m.-4:33 p.m.

2 stops8h 38m

San Diego

Thu 2/4

8:43 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

1 stop12h 57m

C$ 327

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sat 23/5

3:20 p.m.-10:28 p.m.

1 stop7h 08m

San Diego

Tue 26/5

7:00 a.m.-9:14 p.m.

1 stop14h 14m

C$ 332

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/3

3:35 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

1 stop6h 45m

San Diego

Mon 9/3

3:40 p.m.-8:54 p.m.

1 stop5h 14m

C$ 336

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 24/2

5:45 p.m.-11:03 p.m.

1 stop5h 18m

San Diego

Tue 3/3

4:45 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop7h 25m

C$ 340

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

3:35 p.m.-10:16 p.m.

1 stop6h 41m

San Diego

Mon 11/5

6:32 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop16h 24m

C$ 343

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 29/3

3:35 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

San Diego

Tue 7/4

4:09 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop6h 47m

C$ 388

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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 23 January 2026.

Booking 81 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego (average of C$ 138). Flying from Vancouver to San Diego in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 189). 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 27 January 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Vancouver to San Diego in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 27 January 2026.

The most flights from 8CA to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

How often are flights from Vancouver to San Diego delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Vancouver and San Diego have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to San Diego flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to San Diego flights?

Over the past year, WestJet has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

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 27 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Vancouver to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,204 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,660 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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 3 inbound flights from Vancouver per day from 5 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 4.2 km from San Diego’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to San Diego?

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Vancouver to San Diego in just under 8h 09m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 07m. The distance from Vancouver to San Diego is about 1896 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver to San Diego is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 175 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are WestJet and Air Canada, starting at C$ 177 and C$ 186 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to San Diego for 55% 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$ 124. Air Canada flights start at C$ 163 while deals on United Airlines start at C$ 166 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 Lufthansa (67%), Air Canada (65%) or Jazz (65%) 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$ 124. While the most popular route (Vancouver Intl - San Diego) can be booked for C$ 269 on average, our data indicates C$ 365 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego (average of C$ 138). Flying from Vancouver to San Diego in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 189). 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 27 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestC$ 175AverageC$ 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJetCheapestC$ 177AverageC$ 253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 186AverageC$ 412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 201AverageC$ 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 285AverageC$ 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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