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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco from £94

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SFO
17 May — 24 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 Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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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 17 April 2026.

Fri 22/507:00
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 1/620:51
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/4£160
Sat 2/515:35
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 4/508:13
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/4£171
Thu 30/407:00
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 4/508:13
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/4£173
Tue 18/807:30
YVR
-
SFO
2 stops13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/818:45
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4£175
Thu 28/514:41
YVR
-
SFO
1 stop8h 21m
United Airlines
Mon 1/620:51
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/4£185
Fri 1/507:00
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 4/508:13
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/4£185
Tue 2/619:20
YVR
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Tue 23/620:51
SFO
-
YVR
Nonstop2h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4£187

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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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£160

One-way from

£94

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£187

Good round-trip deal

£312 or less

Good one-way deal

£292 or less
United Airlines
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  • 22/5-1/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 56m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
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  • 30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 24m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 22/5

07:00-09:25

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

20:51-23:22

Nonstop2h 31m

£160

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 20/5

15:15-17:36

Nonstop2h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 24/5

18:56-09:51

1 stop14h 55m

£191

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 29/4

19:20-21:46

Nonstop2h 26m

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

06:45-18:18

1 stop11h 33m

£201

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/5

19:20-21:46

Nonstop2h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

05:00-18:18

1 stop13h 18m

£202

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 1/5

07:00-09:24

Nonstop2h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

05:00-18:18

1 stop13h 18m

£203

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 1/5

14:20-07:10

1 stop16h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

06:45-18:18

1 stop11h 33m

£204

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 28/5

14:41-20:10

1 stop5h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 9/6

05:00-18:18

1 stop13h 18m

£204

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/4

14:20-22:42

1 stop8h 22m

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

06:45-22:56

1 stop16h 11m

£207

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/4

15:35-22:42

1 stop7h 07m

San Francisco

Fri 1/5

21:08-11:10

1 stop14h 02m

£213

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 11/6

17:25-19:49

Nonstop2h 24m

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

21:00-09:51

1 stop12h 51m

£226

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco

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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 return flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 £111). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of £193). 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 17 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 71% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight 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 17 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Canada and Flair Airlines 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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,933 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paula,Mar 2026

YVR - PSP

Everything was OK, but we waited on the tarmac for an hour and 20 minutes after landing because there was no available gate. This is a daily occurrence at the Palm Springs airport, and happens with Air Canada and WestJet constantly.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,933 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,933 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paula,Mar 2026

YVR - PSP

Everything was OK, but we waited on the tarmac for an hour and 20 minutes after landing because there was no available gate. This is a daily occurrence at the Palm Springs airport, and happens with Air Canada and WestJet constantly.
Flair Airlines
6.0
Okay
268 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,933 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paula,Mar 2026

YVR - PSP

Everything was OK, but we waited on the tarmac for an hour and 20 minutes after landing because there was no available gate. This is a daily occurrence at the Palm Springs airport, and happens with Air Canada and WestJet constantly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl 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 Intl?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Vancouver Intl. On average, San Francisco has 29 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day from 2 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.0 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    United Airlines can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in just under 2h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 800 mi between Vancouver Intl Airport and San Francisco. All flights are typically direct.

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

    According to our current data, Flair Airlines (£44), and Air Canada (£68) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco. Flair Airlines is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider United Airlines (77%), Air Canada (77%) or Air New Zealand (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco.

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

    On average you can expect to pay £333 for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is £139 while the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at £183.

  • 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 holiday 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 £111). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of £193). 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 AirlinesCheapest£44Average£100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest£68Average£113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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