$23 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Vancouver (YVR)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Vancouver (SFO-YVR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $23 for one-way flights and $86 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Flair Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 3
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$86 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Flair Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $86 found 9 hours ago
Flair Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 22
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$94 Roundtrip, just found
$94
Roundtrip
just found
Select Flair Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $94 just found
Flair Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 15
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$102 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Flair Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $102 found 1 day ago
Flair Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 18
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$106 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Flair Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $106 found 8 hours ago
Flair Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Sep 1
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$113 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Flair Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $113 found 2 days ago
Flair Airlines
Wed, Jul 30 - Fri, Aug 1
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$113 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Flair Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $113 found 9 hours ago
Air Canada
Mon, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 8
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$200 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $200 found 1 hour ago
WestJet
Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 7
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$200 Roundtrip, just found
$200
Roundtrip
just found
Select WestJet flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $200 just found
United
Fri, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 23
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$212 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $212 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 22
SFO
San Francisco
YVR
Vancouver
$225 Roundtrip, just found
$225
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from San Francisco to Vancouver, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $225 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Vancouver (YVR)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $81 - $358 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Vancouver

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Vancouver Intl. YVR. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $162
YVR
Vancouver Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $162
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Vancouver (YVR)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Vancouver Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Flair Airlines, United, WestJet
Roundtrip price
$86
Distance
800 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 17 mins

San Francisco to Vancouver Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Vancouver

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Vancouver are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Vancouver with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Vancouver

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Vancouver: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Vancouver

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Vancouver in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $23 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Vancouver flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Vancouver airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) cost?
You can pick up cheap return fares starting at $86 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Flair Airlines flight leaving SFO on July 22 2025 and touching down at YVR. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to YVR?
The cheapest flights from SFO to YVR are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
Avoid the layovers and fly direct to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with 3 carriers, including:

  • Air Canada
  • United Airlines
  • Flair Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to YVR?
With prices as low as $23 for a one-way flight from SFO to YVR, Flair Airlines is currently the cheapest airline flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
With, on average, 7 nonstop flights departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) daily, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
The 1 PM departures from SFO to YVR are the most sought after. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to YVR?
Saturday offers the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC-8, leaving from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be traveling for about 2h 25m, landing at Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) at approximately 9:25AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
Flights from SFO to YVR have an average travel time of 2 hours and 27 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 800 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to YVR?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 91%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
To arrive at Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) on schedule, book a flight that takes off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Vancouver from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you've booked a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver, Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SFO to YVR are typically more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to YVR flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SFO to YVR flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
In most instances, you're able to cancel or reschedule your SFO to YVR flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you want further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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