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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San Francisco from C$ 118

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 19/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SFO
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to San Francisco are usually found in September or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 136

One-way from

C$ 118

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 222
Flair Airlines
  • Flair Airlines
  • 9/10-16/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 55m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
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Flair Airlines
  • Flair Airlines
  • 19/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (C$ 112 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (C$ 28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 September 2025.

Thu 9/107:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Thu 16/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 136
Sat 13/97:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Wed 17/910:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 137
Fri 3/1012:00 p.m.YVR - SFO
2 stops9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9C$ 139
Sun 19/106:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
1 stop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9C$ 140
Tue 14/106:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
1 stop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9C$ 141
Tue 7/107:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Tue 14/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 144
Fri 12/97:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Tue 16/910:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 146
Sat 4/107:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Mon 6/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 147
Thu 9/107:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Sun 12/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/9C$ 148
Fri 12/97:00 a.m.YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 30mFlair Airlines
Wed 17/910:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/9C$ 150
Sat 27/910:15 a.m.YVR - SFO
2 stops11h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 151
Sat 27/912:00 p.m.YVR - SFO
2 stops9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9C$ 152

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Vancouver

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/10

12:00 p.m.-9:24 p.m.

2 stops9h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 21/10

12:50 p.m.-10:26 p.m.

2 stops9h 36m

C$ 245

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 3/10

9:47 a.m.-12:11 p.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

8:52 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

1 stop12h 59m

C$ 258

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 26/9

2:20 p.m.-10:57 p.m.

1 stop8h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 29/9

8:31 a.m.-10:55 a.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

C$ 265

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 2/10

3:33 p.m.-11:29 p.m.

1 stop7h 56m

San Francisco

Sat 4/10

4:59 p.m.-11:16 p.m.

1 stop6h 17m

C$ 277

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 23/11

3:33 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

1 stop6h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

1:58 p.m.-9:04 p.m.

1 stop7h 06m

C$ 279

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 3/10

9:47 a.m.-12:11 p.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 7/10

7:25 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop6h 28m

C$ 279

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 24/11

7:25 a.m.-1:03 p.m.

1 stop5h 38m

San Francisco

Fri 28/11

6:00 a.m.-2:43 p.m.

1 stop8h 43m

C$ 279

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/10

9:47 a.m.-12:11 p.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 11/10

11:19 a.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

C$ 279

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 15/10

7:20 p.m.-9:43 p.m.

Nonstop2h 23m

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

6:00 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 53m

C$ 280

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/10

7:00 a.m.-9:27 a.m.

Nonstop2h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 13/10

8:52 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

1 stop12h 59m

C$ 283

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Vancouver to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 368). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

When flying from Vancouver to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 47% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 20 October 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday 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 to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to San Francisco. 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 11 September 2025.

The most flights from 8CA to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated 11 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andWestJet from Vancouver to San Francisco. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,091 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Flair Airlines
6.0
Okay
250 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to San Francisco. 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 Francisco from Vancouver?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Vancouver, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 19.0 km from the centre of San Francisco. There are 36 flights from Vancouver to San Francisco per day from 8 different airlines.

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

    WestJet, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Vancouver to San Francisco in just under 2h 24m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h. Vancouver and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1287 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver to San Francisco round-trip from C$ 97. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are WestJet, from C$ 141, and Air Canada, from C$ 164. Users have found that Flair Airlines is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver to San Francisco consider choosing Emirates (87%), Flair Airlines (87%) or SkyWest Airlines (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Vancouver to San Francisco is C$ 132. On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,050. The most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for C$ 134.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Vancouver to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 368). 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 8 airlines flying from Vancouver to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to San Francisco. 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 11 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 97AverageC$ 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJetCheapestC$ 141AverageC$ 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 164AverageC$ 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 170AverageC$ 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 171AverageC$ 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 241AverageC$ 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SWISSCheapestC$ 268AverageC$ 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 792AverageC$ 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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