Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Diego.
Flights from SAN to YVR start from 07:00 — the first with Air Canada. The last service of the day is at 17:10 with Air Canada. Overall, there are 31 weekly San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SAN to YVR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Air Canada is your ticket to exploring Vancouver (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Air Canada is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for SAN to YVR flights is Air Canada.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAN and YVR:
Portland International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is ج.م. 2,385. A return ticket is currently ج.م. 7,556. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAN to YVR.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SAN to YVR.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on time.
San Diego International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're coming in on a late San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Vancouver. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SAN to YVR in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
