$122 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Vancouver (YVR)

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Vancouver (SMF-YVR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $122 for one-way flights and $287 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 21
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$287 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $287 found 10 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$288 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $288 found 2 hours ago
Air Canada
Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$293 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $293 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 30
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$295 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $295 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 11
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$298 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $298 found 2 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 18
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$299 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $299 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$303 Roundtrip, just found
$303
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $303 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 12
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$304 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $304 found 23 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 13
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$307 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $307 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18
SMF
Sacramento
YVR
Vancouver
$345 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Sacramento to Vancouver, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $345 found 20 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Vancouver (YVR)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $297 - $508 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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 $337
YVR
Vancouver Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $337
Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Vancouver (YVR)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Vancouver Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, United, WestJet
Roundtrip price
$287
Distance
729 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 4 mins

Sacramento to Vancouver Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Vancouver are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Vancouver with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Vancouver

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Vancouver in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $122 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) cost?
Score cheap return flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) starting from $380. Grab a seat and set off on your next adventure. 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 Air Canada flight leaving SMF on July 24 2025 and touching down at YVR. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SMF to YVR?
To land a cheap ticket, look for nonstop flights from SMF to YVR departing in October. You can find a one-way Air Canada flight for $171 leaving on October 24 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
When flying out of Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), you can catch a nonstop flight to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) with Air Canada.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to YVR?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from SMF to YVR is Air Canada. You can take off on this route from $171. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on August 30 2025. Prices were last updated on July 1 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
On average, you can pick from 6 direct weekly flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR). For more flexibility, consider flights with layovers. Simply enter your details on Expedia and then set the filters to include one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
Flights between SMF and YVR are busiest at 4 PM. For a quieter experience and potentially cheaper fares, look for a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to YVR?
Thursday has the most flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
Take the earliest flight at around 4:05PM UTC-8, departing from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). You'll be in the air for roughly 2h 5m, touching down at Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) at approximately 6:10PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
The average flight duration from SMF to YVR is 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 730 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
Choose a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) is the only airport in Vancouver with direct flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). Explore the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SMF to YVR right before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to YVR flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SMF to YVR flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?
In most cases, you're able to cancel or reschedule your SMF to YVR flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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