Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area 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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SFO
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 May 2026.

Wed 10/63:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 30m
Flair Airlines
Mon 6/76:45 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 25m
Flair Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 243
Fri 5/63:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 30m
Flair Airlines
Wed 24/66:45 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 25m
Flair Airlines
Deal found 13/5C$ 272
Mon 15/610:40 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Mon 22/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops7h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 16/5C$ 282
Wed 3/63:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 30m
Flair Airlines
Wed 24/66:45 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 25m
Flair Airlines
Deal found 13/5C$ 283
Thu 18/63:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Wed 24/66:05 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
1 stop6h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 17/5C$ 285
Thu 18/63:00 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop6h 55m
WestJet
Tue 23/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
1 stop5h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 15/5C$ 286
Wed 10/63:00 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop6h 55m
WestJet
Mon 22/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops7h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 15/5C$ 287
Tue 2/69:15 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
2 stops12h 40m
WestJet
Tue 23/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops7h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 16/5C$ 289
Fri 12/65:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Wed 24/66:05 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
1 stop6h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 18/5C$ 293
Tue 9/66:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Tue 23/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
1 stop5h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 15/5C$ 294
Thu 23/78:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJC
1 stop8h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/78:25 p.m.
SJC
-
YVR
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 494
Tue 9/63:43 p.m.
YVR
-
SJC
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Wed 24/611:29 a.m.
SJC
-
YVR
1 stop9h 34m
Delta
Deal found 15/5C$ 496

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 243

One-way from

C$ 172

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 355
Flair Airlines
  • Flair Airlines
  • 10/6-6/7
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 55m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (C$ 92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 19/6

3:43 p.m.-8:19 p.m.

1 stop4h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 22/6

1:38 p.m.-9:03 p.m.

1 stop7h 25m

C$ 386

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 24/6

3:35 p.m.-6:53 a.m.

1 stop15h 18m

San Francisco

Sun 28/6

6:16 a.m.-8:38 a.m.

Nonstop2h 22m

C$ 412

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 17/6

2:55 p.m.-11:02 p.m.

1 stop8h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 20/6

6:15 a.m.-8:38 a.m.

Nonstop2h 23m

C$ 412

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 15/7

7:00 a.m.-9:25 a.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 20/7

9:00 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

1 stop12h 51m

C$ 419

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/6

2:55 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop5h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 24/6

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

Nonstop2h 31m

C$ 421

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 6/6

12:09 p.m.-5:42 p.m.

1 stop5h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

7:56 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

1 stop13h 55m

C$ 421

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/6

5:23 p.m.-12:03 a.m.

1 stop6h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

5:55 a.m.-10:28 a.m.

1 stop4h 33m

C$ 423

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 19/6

7:36 p.m.-12:06 a.m.

1 stop4h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

5:55 a.m.-10:28 a.m.

1 stop4h 33m

C$ 423

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 25/9

7:00 a.m.-9:28 a.m.

Nonstop2h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 28/9

6:15 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

1 stop12h 03m

C$ 430

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 8/7

7:00 a.m.-9:25 a.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 9/7

6:15 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop16h 41m

C$ 443

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area

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

The best time to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of C$ 59). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 955). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 May 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 18 May 2026.

The most flights from YVR to zzXIH are scheduled on a Friday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated 18 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,United Airlines, andWestJet from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

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

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

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

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

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

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

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

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

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

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Departing from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area will take you 4h 36m. The distance from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is about 1287 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Flair Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 103. WestJet flights start at C$ 139 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 148 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area consider choosing SWISS (73%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (72%) or Flair Airlines (72%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is generally C$ 1,106, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 190. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay C$ 289 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of C$ 59). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 955). 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 6 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco Bay Area

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 109AverageC$ 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJetCheapestC$ 113AverageC$ 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 119AverageC$ 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 164AverageC$ 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 232AverageC$ 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 357AverageC$ 645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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