Lowest fares from Vancouver to San Francisco
Cheapest month to fly to San Francisco
Lowest fare in Canadian dollars (CAD) found in recent searches for each month. Tap a month to search it.
How to fly Vancouver to San Francisco for less
- Be flexible by a few days. Use the month chart and the Viorvo price calendar to see which days are cheapest; midweek departures are often lower.
- Compare airports on both ends. Bellingham (BLI) and Seattle (SEA), across the border, are often cheaper for US trips.
- Arriving in San Francisco: Compare Oakland and San José too. BART runs from SFO into the city for far less than a taxi.
- Check what's included. The cheapest fares often exclude checked bags and seat selection, so compare the total price for your trip.
- Check entry rules early. Requirements change, so confirm them on the Government of Canada travel advice page before you book.
Airports
Leaving: Vancouver International (YVR), with Abbotsford (YXX) for some budget flights.
Arriving: San Francisco (SFO), Oakland (OAK) and San José (SJC).
Best time to go
January and February are usually cheapest.
Time zone
San Francisco uses the Los Angeles time zone.
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Vancouver to San Francisco: common questions
How long is the flight from Vancouver to San Francisco?
The distance is about 1,281 km, so time in the air is roughly 2h 05m on a nonstop flight. Flights with a connection take longer, depending on the layover.
Which airports serve San Francisco?
San Francisco is served by San Francisco (SFO), Oakland (OAK) and San José (SJC). Comparing every airport is one of the easiest ways to find a cheaper fare.
When is the cheapest time to fly to San Francisco?
January and February are usually cheapest.
Are there nonstop flights from Vancouver to San Francisco?
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What's the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to San Francisco?
See the month chart above for the cheapest month in recent searches. As a rule of thumb: january and February are usually cheapest.