Flying from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) leaving from here.
Hop on a direct San Diego to Vancouver International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 15 minutes.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as San Diego. Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver.
With 18 direct weekly flights between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 6:15am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from SAN to YVR is with Air Canada at 8:10pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from San Diego to YVR. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Get to your destination in one go from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Nonstop flights from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) can be booked from here.
When taking off from SAN, you can catch a direct flight from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport with Air Canada.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between SAN and YVR is Air Canada.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 71.3% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from San Diego to YVR with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between SAN and YVR include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Portland International Airport (PDX)
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
From central San Diego, CLD is approximately 48 kilometres away. When planning the quickest way to get there, find out whether public transport is an option or if it's easier to drive.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to YVR flight:
Most flights that leave McClellan-Palomar Airport get to their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 88%.
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you're catching a late flight from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your San Diego to Vancouver International Airport flight.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. How long it takes to get there by taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, ₹ 13,594 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 29,149. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Diego to YVR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your San Diego to Vancouver International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from San Diego to YVR.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
January is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Vancouver based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your San Diego to YVR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport in February when temperatures are between -2ºC and 10ºC.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to Vancouver International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park Seawall, Stanley Park and Downtown Vancouver are attractions you won't want to skip in Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Canada, consider Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver. St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park are among its highlights.
