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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Vancouver

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Vancouver? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.R 391 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 391, select.
Vancouver.R 582 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 582, select.
Vancouver.R 592 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 592, select.
Vancouver.R 725 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 725, select.
Vancouver.R 811 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 811, select.
Vancouver.R 949 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 949, select.
Vancouver.R 1,121 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,121, select.
Vancouver.R 1,124 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,124, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in December.
Oct
from R 1,863
Nov
from R 811
Dec
from R 391
Jan
from R 592
Feb
from R 725
Mar
from R 1,141
Apr
from R 949
May
from R 582
Jun
from R 1,125
Jul
from R 1,133
Aug
from R 1,124
Sep
from R 1,121

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Vancouver

Alternative San Francisco International to Vancouver routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Vancouver? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Francisco to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 391
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week269

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, Nanaimo Harbour, and Abbotsford.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Vancouver is R 1,693. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Vancouver.
Air Canada, United and Air New Zealand fly direct from San Francisco International to Vancouver.
As of October 2025, there are 269 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Vancouver is usually December.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the centre of Vancouver. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,693.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver on Thursday, 4 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In October, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Flair Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Approximately 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver.

  • San Francisco (the location of San Francisco International Airport) and Vancouver share the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • The most popular route is from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). There are 65 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from SFO to YVR is the 06:30 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:03 with United Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to get on your SFO to Vancouver flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

  • You can book a direct San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver ticket. Start your journey at SFO and land at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver. Get on board with any of these:

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from SFO to Vancouver, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

    • Calgary International Airport (YYC)

    • Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • Travelling from central San Francisco to SFO takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 77.36% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Vancouver

  • R 391 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver flight. Return flight tickets start at R 1,693. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • To score cheap flights from SFO to Vancouver, book your journey one month before your departure date.

  • The best month for finding cheap San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from SFO to Vancouver.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near YVR if you have a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your flight from SFO to Vancouver.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • Central Vancouver is located around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). After your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 15 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to drop your things at near CXH. Unwind and get cosy after your SFO to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport.

  • If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel near YXX. Check in to one of these stays after your SFO to Vancouver flight:

  • Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available here from names such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.

  • Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from YXX one week before your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver to access the best deals.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Vancouver in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Vancouver

  • After booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are top sights which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.

Explore more of Canada

  • Vancouver is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.

  • Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.

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