How often are flights from Vancouver to San Francisco delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between Vancouver and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 27% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Airlines like Delta fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in about 4h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is about 1287 km.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $156 on this airline. Air Canada is currently priced 64% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Flair Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $105. Users have also found prices from $133 and $169 on WestJet and United Airlines, respectively.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco

The most flights from YVR to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL(88%), Flair Airlines(87%) or SWISS(87%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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 17.7 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. 1 airline has flights to San Francisco from Vancouver Intl on a regular basis.

Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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 11 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 $335). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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?

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 74% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between $292 and $516 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $351 on Alaska Airlines (2 Dec–2 Dec).

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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 17.7 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. 1 airline has 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 Delta fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in about 4h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is about 1287 km.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $156 on this airline. Air Canada is currently priced 64% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Flair Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $105. Users have also found prices from $133 and $169 on WestJet and United Airlines, respectively.
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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL(88%), Flair Airlines(87%) or SWISS(87%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
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 $335). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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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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 11 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?

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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 74% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between $292 and $516 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $351 on Alaska Airlines (2 Dec–2 Dec).

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco

The most flights from YVR to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

How often are flights from Vancouver to San Francisco delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between Vancouver and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 27% of flights being delayed.

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Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between $292 and $516 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $351 on Alaska Airlines (2 Dec–2 Dec).