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147 € Cheap Flights from San Diego to Vancouver

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Flight deals from San Diego to Vancouver

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Vancouver? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.147 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 147 €, select.
Vancouver.148 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 148 €, select.
Vancouver.151 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 151 €, select.
Vancouver.156 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from San Diego International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.
Vancouver.162 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Fri, 30 Jan.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 162 €, select.
Vancouver.162 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 162 €, select.
Vancouver.168 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Vancouver.190 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 190 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from 191 €
Oct
from 148 €
Nov
from 168 €
Dec
from 162 €
Jan
from 162 €
Feb
from 190 €
Mar
from 193 €
Apr
from 226 €
May
from 240 €
Jun
from 255 €
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San Diego to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found147 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week53

Finding cheap flights from San Diego 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 Diego to Vancouver is 147 €. 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.
3 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Vancouver.
Air Canada, United and Jazz Air fly direct from San Diego to Vancouver.
As of September 2025, there are 53 flights per week flying from San Diego to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Vancouver is usually September.
If you're flying from San Diego, 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 147 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Vancouver on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 12 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 September, the average temperature is usually around 14°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver is Hawaiian Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver International Airport is Air Canada.

Flying from San Diego to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Vancouver departing from here.

  • Hop off the plane at one of Vancouver's major entry points like Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You can also touch down at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).

  • Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct San Diego to Vancouver flight.

  • Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Diego.

  • With 18 weekly flights between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from San Diego to Vancouver with Air Canada at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from SAN to YVR is with Air Canada at 17:10.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your San Diego to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Vancouver

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Vancouver is 46 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 147 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap San Diego to Vancouver flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Vancouver is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from San Diego to Vancouver.

  • Find a cheap San Diego to Vancouver flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • You can catch a direct flight from San Diego to Vancouver taking off from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Begin your journey at SAN and come in for landing at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • Keep an eye out for promotions with Air Canada. This airline offers direct San Diego to Vancouver plane tickets out of SAN.

  • We make it a breeze to book a San Diego to Vancouver flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Portland International Airport (PDX)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Located around 3 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from San Diego to Vancouver? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:

  • When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

Arriving in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Diego to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:

  • Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top providers to choose from here.

  • To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your San Diego to Vancouver flight.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is about 0.80 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Following your flight from San Diego to Vancouver, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 15 minutes.

  • After your flight from San Diego to Vancouver, kick back at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CXH as soon as your plans are confirmed.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Set off for the city centre after your flight from San Diego to Vancouver has landed. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get there in a car.

  • The journey takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your San Diego to Vancouver flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:

  • Whether you're looking for a zippy mini for a solo adventure or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available here from suppliers such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.

  • About one week before your flight from San Diego to Vancouver is a good time to secure your ride from YXX. You're likely to snag a better deal or score some early bird savings.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • August is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Vancouver. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Vancouver in May.

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

  • Search for cheap flights from San Diego to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

More about Vancouver

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from San Diego to Vancouver:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are must-do's during your Vancouver adventure.

Explore more of Canada

  • Vancouver is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a trip to Surrey will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.

  • Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.

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