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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San Diego from C$ 188

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SAN
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Vancouver to San Diego are usually found in September or June, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 303

One-way from

C$ 188

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 424
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  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 07m total
  • Vancouver to San Diego
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  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 10m total
  • Vancouver to San Diego
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High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sat 1/33:55 p.m.YVR - SAN
1 stop7h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/35:39 p.m.SAN - YVR
2 stops19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 303
Mon 14/412:40 p.m.YVR - SAN
1 stop9h 53mAir Canada
Wed 16/41:43 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop7h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1C$ 313
Fri 9/51:10 p.m.YVR - SAN
Nonstop2h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/58:15 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop12h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 316
Sun 27/49:05 a.m.YVR - SAN
Nonstop3h 04mWestJet
Fri 2/52:05 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop7h 45mWestJet
Deal found 16/1C$ 326
Wed 16/49:20 a.m.YVR - SAN
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Mon 21/46:05 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 16/1C$ 448
Fri 18/47:33 p.m.YVR - SAN
2 stops12h 06mAlaska Airlines
Sat 26/47:55 p.m.SAN - YVR
1 stop13h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 589

Find flights from Vancouver to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver to San Diego 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sat 1/3

3:55 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop7h 01m

San Diego

Sat 8/3

5:39 p.m.-12:45 p.m.

2 stops19h 06m

C$ 303

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Mon 14/4

12:40 p.m.-10:33 p.m.

1 stop9h 53m

San Diego

Wed 16/4

1:43 p.m.-8:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 16m

C$ 313

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/5

1:10 p.m.-4:09 p.m.

Nonstop2h 59m

San Diego

Mon 12/5

8:15 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop12h 40m

C$ 316

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 27/4

9:05 a.m.-12:09 p.m.

Nonstop3h 04m

San Diego

Fri 2/5

2:05 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 326

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Wed 16/4

9:20 a.m.-6:02 p.m.

1 stop8h 42m

San Diego

Mon 21/4

6:05 p.m.-11:15 p.m.

1 stop5h 10m

C$ 448

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 18/4

7:33 p.m.-7:39 a.m.

2 stops12h 06m

San Diego

Sat 26/4

7:55 p.m.-9:38 a.m.

1 stop13h 43m

C$ 589

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 7/3

3:30 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 188

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Sun 22/6

7:30 p.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 191

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Fri 25/4

7:00 a.m.-6:28 p.m.

1 stop11h 28m

C$ 193

VancouverSan Diego

YVR - SAN

YVRSAN

Vancouver Intl

Tue 11/2

12:00 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 204

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Vancouver to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego (average of C$ 322). Flying from Vancouver to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 568). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Vancouver to San Diego in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to San Diego. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from 8CA to SAN are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with WestJet, Delta and Air Canada from Vancouver to San Diego have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,824 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to San Diego. 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 Diego from Vancouver?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from Vancouver. On average, San Diego has 2 inbound flights from Vancouver per day from 5 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 4.2 km from San Diego’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver to San Diego round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver to San Diego is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 313 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and WestJet, starting at C$ 325 and C$ 342 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to San Diego for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver to San Diego one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 188. United Airlines flights start at C$ 204 while deals on American Airlines start at C$ 206 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver to San Diego consider choosing Jazz (83%), United Airlines (82%) or Air Canada (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver to San Diego?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 180. While the most popular route (Vancouver Intl - San Diego) can be booked for C$ 257 on average our data indicates C$ 381 when flying from Vancouver to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver to San Diego 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 to San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San Diego (average of C$ 322). Flying from Vancouver to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 568). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Vancouver to San Diego

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 189AverageC$ 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 288AverageC$ 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 289AverageC$ 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 301AverageC$ 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 332AverageC$ 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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