Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco from C$ 171

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SFO
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco are usually found in October or November, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Fri 5/63:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Tue 9/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops7h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 243
Thu 4/69:25 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop7h 15m
WestJet
Tue 9/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
1 stop5h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 246
Fri 8/55:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Mon 11/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 20/4C$ 248
Mon 11/55:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Sun 17/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
1 stop7h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 20/4C$ 249
Wed 6/53:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 30m
Flair Airlines
Wed 13/56:45 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 25m
Flair Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 250
Wed 13/51:15 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
2 stops8h 40m
WestJet
Wed 3/66:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops8h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 20/4C$ 253
Fri 8/53:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4C$ 254
Thu 7/59:15 a.m.
YVR
-
SFO
2 stops12h 40m
WestJet
Mon 11/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops8h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 21/4C$ 256
Fri 1/53:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 257
Thu 7/51:45 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop8h 10m
WestJet
Sun 17/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2 stops9h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 20/4C$ 258

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 243

One-way from

C$ 171

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 347

Good round-trip deal

C$ 430 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 220 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 5/6-9/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 13h 50m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 26/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 79 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 April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 20/5

7:20 p.m.-9:46 p.m.

Nonstop2h 26m

San Francisco

Sun 24/5

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

1 stop13h 55m

C$ 357

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 22/5

7:20 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 24/5

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

1 stop13h 55m

C$ 377
Quickest round-trip

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 7/6

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

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

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

Nonstop2h 31m

C$ 382

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 16/5

7:41 p.m.-12:05 a.m.

1 stop4h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 24/5

5:55 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop4h 35m

C$ 395

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 20/5

7:41 p.m.-12:05 a.m.

1 stop4h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 24/5

5:55 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop4h 35m

C$ 397

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 1/6

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

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 5/6

5:00 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

1 stop13h 18m

C$ 407

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/6

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

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 5/6

5:00 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

1 stop13h 18m

C$ 407

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 12/6

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

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 14/6

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

1 stop12h 51m

C$ 420

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 19/5

7:00 a.m.-9:24 a.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 26/5

5:00 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

1 stop13h 18m

C$ 425

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 18/5

3:35 p.m.-7:10 a.m.

1 stop15h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 24/5

4:23 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

1 stop17h 28m

C$ 427

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 87 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 Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of C$ 206). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 358). 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 Intl 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 21 April 2026.

When flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco 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.

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

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 21 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andWestJet from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Vancouver Intl?

    For a flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 17.7 km from the centre of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 29 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day. 5 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Vancouver Intl on a regular basis.

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

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in just under 2h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 58m. Vancouver Intl Airport and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1287 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip from C$ 101. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are WestJet, from C$ 108, and Air Canada, from C$ 116. These flights start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 102 on Flair Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include WestJet from C$ 137 and Air Canada from C$ 147 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco consider choosing United Airlines (77%), Air Canada (77%) or Air New Zealand (77%) 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?

    While on average a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is generally C$ 1,311, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 160. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay C$ 238 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of C$ 206). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 358). 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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Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 101AverageC$ 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJetCheapestC$ 108AverageC$ 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 116AverageC$ 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 164AverageC$ 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 231AverageC$ 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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