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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco from $145

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SFO
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco are usually found in May or October, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco

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 28 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$232

One-way from

$145

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$254

Good round-trip deal

$398 or less

Good one-way deal

$230 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 11/12-14/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 26/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 28m total
  • Vancouver to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 28 October 2025.

Thu 11/1219:15YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/1218:53SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10$232
Wed 26/1107:00YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1213:20SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10$244
Thu 4/1215:00YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1206:30SFO - YVR
1 stop11h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10$247
Fri 5/1219:15YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/108:31SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10$255
Wed 26/1112:35YVR - SFO
1 stop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 30/1111:15SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10$257
Thu 4/1207:00YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/106:00SFO - YVR
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10$270
Thu 27/1119:15YVR - SFO
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/1218:53SFO - YVR
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10$278
Thu 4/1215:00YVR - SFO
1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1206:30SFO - YVR
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/10$286
Wed 26/1112:35YVR - SFO
1 stop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 16/1205:00SFO - YVR
1 stop13h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10$287

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 28 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 12/12

07:00-09:29

Nonstop2h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 14/12

18:53-21:18

Nonstop2h 25m

$232

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 11/12

07:00-09:29

Nonstop2h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 14/12

18:53-21:18

Nonstop2h 25m

$232

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/12

15:00-17:25

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

05:00-18:03

1 stop13h 03m

$247

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 26/11

07:00-09:28

Nonstop2h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 15/12

18:53-21:18

Nonstop2h 25m

$278

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/12

15:00-21:50

1 stop6h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 14/1

08:31-11:06

Nonstop2h 35m

$278

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/12

15:00-17:25

Nonstop2h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

21:23-13:58

1 stop16h 35m

$299

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 8/12

07:25-15:57

1 stop8h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 14/1

14:39-18:44

1 stop4h 05m

$304

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 26/11

07:00-09:28

Nonstop2h 28m

$145

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/12

19:15-21:40

Nonstop2h 25m

$145

VancouverSan Francisco

YVR - SFO

YVRSFO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 24/4

07:00-09:17

Nonstop2h 17m

$170

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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 24 October 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $60). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 28 October 2025.

When flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 62% versus a flight in the evening.

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?

    For a flight from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 19.0 km from the centre vof the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 27 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day. 0 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Vancouver Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in about 2h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is about 1287 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco consider choosing SkyWest Airlines(94%), Emirates(84%) or Flair Airlines(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is generally $1,313, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $686 for that flight.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $60). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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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