C$ 141 Find Cheap Flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area

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Best San Francisco Bay Area Flight Deals from Vancouver

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
San Francisco
San FranciscodirectC$ 185
San Jose
San Jose2 stopsC$ 386
San Francisco
San FranciscodirectC$ 185
San Jose
San Jose2 stopsC$ 386

Cheap Flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area

Fri, 1 May - Mon, 4 May
Flair Airlines Logo
3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
YVR
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SFO
2h 30mdirect
Flair Airlines Logo
6:45 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.
SFO
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YVR
2h 25mdirect
C$ 185Flair Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Mon, 4 May
Flair Airlines Logo
3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
YVR
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SFO
2h 30mdirect
Flair Airlines Logo
6:45 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2h 25mdirect
C$ 193Flair Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Mon, 4 May
Flair Airlines Logo
3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
YVR
-
SFO
2h 30mdirect
Flair Airlines Logo
6:45 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.
SFO
-
YVR
2h 25mdirect
C$ 195Flair Airlines
Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Delta Logo
6:15 a.m. - 3:08 p.m.
YVR
-
SJC
8h 53m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:32 p.m. - 11:01 p.m.
SJC
-
YVR
4h 29m
1 stop
C$ 386Delta
Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 p.m. - 11:43 p.m.
YVR
-
OAK
5h 43m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 12:10 a.m.
OAK
-
YVR
17h 10m
1 stop
C$ 390Alaska Airlines
Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Delta Logo
6:15 a.m. - 4:59 p.m.
YVR
-
SJC
10h 44m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:32 p.m. - 11:01 p.m.
SJC
-
YVR
4h 29m
1 stop
C$ 394Delta
Fri, 17 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 a.m. - 8:56 p.m.
YVR
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SJC
12h 56m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:43 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.
SJC
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YVR
13h 57m
1 stop
C$ 414Multiple Airlines
Tue, 14 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr
United Airlines Logo
12:40 p.m. - 9:07 p.m.
YVR
-
SJC
8h 27m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 a.m. - 10:56 p.m.
SJC
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YVR
14h 11m
1 stop
C$ 416United Airlines
Tue, 14 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 p.m. - 11:43 p.m.
YVR
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OAK
5h 43m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.
OAK
-
YVR
26h 40m
1 stop
C$ 416Alaska Airlines
Fri, 17 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 a.m. - 8:56 p.m.
YVR
-
SJC
12h 56m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:39 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.
SJC
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YVR
19h 01m
2 stops
C$ 421Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to San Francisco Bay Area from Vancouver Intl Airport found in the last 72 hours was to San Francisco, at C$ 240 round-trip. The most popular route is from Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) to San Francisco (SFO), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was C$ 240.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco Bay Area is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost C$ 429 on average. Morning departures are around 41% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to San Francisco Bay Area is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 817.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 723, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area is October, when tickets cost C$ 209 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 366 and C$ 353 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco Bay Area on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San Francisco Bay Area, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 141
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Vancouver Airport to San Francisco

Flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area 
SanketFlew with Flair Airlines
YVR
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SFO
May 2025
Arrive 1:30 hours early if you don’t have a boarding pass. They won’t issue it if you arrive within 60 minutes of departure.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
YVR
-
SFO
May 2025
Prepare for long lines at car rental offices
CandaceFlew with WestJet
YVR
-
SFO
Jul 2024
I would recommend Westjet. I suggest checking in at the agent counter. My husband & I don't mind sitting apart on a short flight rather than paying to sit together, but the agent was able to get us seats together. I did think the prices for selected seats was reasonable. Baggage fees were confusing & a bit pricy, but carry-ons were free & plane had large overhead bins.
SuniFlew with Air Canada
YVR
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SFO
Aug 2024
prepare sufficient connection time for custom security check
BrianFlew with United Airlines
YVR
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SFO
Feb 2024
If you don't have Nexus, etc., you can pre-book your Security appointment. Much better than waiting in line!

FAQs - booking San Francisco Bay Area flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to San Francisco Bay Area

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Vancouver to the following destinations at these prices or less: San Francisco C$ 277 one-way - C$ 499 round-trip

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Vancouver to San Francisco Bay Area? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12050 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
7.0Entertainment
7.1Food
Airline reviews

You sent me an email saying boarding was at 9:29 and AA sent one that was 8:29 on Sunday morning. I had to call AA to get that it was indeed 8:29.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2026
BUR - STS
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You sent me an email saying boarding was at 9:29 and AA sent one that was 8:29 on Sunday morning. I had to call AA to get that it was indeed 8:29.

The airport crew and on board experience was fine. The problem with Alaska air is that there is zero customer service over the phone when you’re trying to buy your ticket or change anything.

The front desk attendant was rude to everyone in an absolutely careless way.

Good as usual. Just wished my seat was assigned at online check in. Thanks anyways

There was plenty if room for my carry-on in above-seat bins, but they made me gate-check it on both flights!

The flight attendant was friendly and attentive. Although our interaction was brief—- it made a difference. The crew was upfront about turbulence. I like the Maui pretzels.

The boarding process could be clearer, there's never a call for group f

I bought tickets MONTHS ago for a flight that left SAN at 14:30. That is what it says on our tickets. I was never notified of any time changes. During online check-in. I discovered the flight time had been changed to 15:45. This was unacceptable and had I been notified, I would have changed flights, or airlines. That departure time was unworkable with our plans. We called Alaska and asked for an explanation. They said flight time was changed 11/08/25. No proof of notification could be offered. We asked to be moved to an earlier flight. After much pleading, the rep said she would allow a “one time exception..” While I appreciate being moved, this was YOUR fault Alaska Airlines.

Representatives both at the gate and on the plane have zero interest in helping you! It’s really unfortunate…

The planes were in very nice condition. Comfortable enough leg room. I had a very quick connection on my return home I made it just fine and so did my luggage!!

It was amazing. I had several upgraded seats on my flight out. Everything went smooth with no delays.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Flight attendants were friendly & good service, food sucks, seats uncomfortable, not many Asian movies or shows flying from Hong Kong

Flight attendants had a little attitude. Food tastes no good.

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Good flight. However, when booked flight with United, assumed the layover included by United in San Francisco of 1 hr and 40 minutes was sufficient . Not so and would recommend at least 2 hours or more. Needed to go through US immigration (very long lineups), then pick up bags, take all the way to another terminal, running because we did not have sufficient time. We made the flight because they held the door for us but luggage didn’t follow.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

The power at the seat didn't work and the seat itself was difficult to adjust - this was a business class seat. Flight attendant gave me miles to compensate. The attendant was very professional and on top of his game the entire flight.

Great flight, great landing, nice staff. Our seats were a little cramped.

Overall good experience. The wait for baggage at our destination was quite long, but other than that everything was good as expected

Do not fly on WestJet if you have a connection. It failed to integrate with my connecting Delta flight and I almost missed it.

The experience was good just the upcharge of over a hundred dollars was not cool.

There was a man who was very rude at boarding. On the other hand personal bag measuring box is too small compared to USA airlines,

The process and flight were both smooth and trouble free

everything was fine expect massive delays - not the airline’s fault

Seat back entertainment monitors would be nice. We did enjoy the In-Flight WiFi.

Our flight schedule was changed over six times, ultimately leaving us with a layover much shorter than we originally booked, which meant a panicked run through the airport. And the entertainment screen didn't function. As I've come to expect with Delta, a very mediocre and not customer-focused experience. This is on top of an outbound flight that was so delayed by mechanical issues, we had to spend the night at our layover city.

Staff were courteous and helpful. The only negative was the flight delays (which are usually unavoidable) and the high baggage price.

Got denied my flight was told on Google that Air Canada was supposed to book me a flight back home because I never was able to go to my destination. They did not help me whatsoever. I had to book a whole new flight for that reason I would write this is zero

The plane was delayed an hour. Heard from other passengers that the Vancouver connection to SFO was never on-time.

they were super helpful. Agents at the desk got me on an earlier flight and I was able to get home several hours earlier.

This is a great non-stop YVR-MIA. Very comfortable plane, and no transfer through a city that gets major winter weather!

Amazing service, with enthusiastic crew members, and some breathtaking views of Vancouver. No IFE though, as it is only a 1 hour flight on a regional Turboprop jet.

Air Canada cancelled our flight and reschedule it 26 hours later that completely interrupted my family's long waited Japan trip, it wasn't due to natural reason such as weather but under the company's control. On the day we wasted 9 hours of our time from 6am to 3pm, including a few hours in the customer counter waiting for supervisor to handle our rescheduling. When we came to the counter for rebooking help there were at least 4 employees on the counter but we were told they were not trained to handle customer rebooking, we were also told the supervisor could come 10:30 to handle our rebooking, but she showed up more than one hour later, the end result was exactly the same so the few hours we spent waiting for her was completely wasted; We already prepaid hotel and all the tickets for the our stay in Tokyo so all of the cost for the first day is completed wasted; The $80 meal voucher issues was far less than our financial loss due to the financial cancellation, and it was not surprisingly invalid (as Your company screw up everything possible along the flight), the vouchers were supposed to last 72 hours, when we tried to used it at our lounge next day less than 24 hours from its issuing at a designated restaurant, the worker there couldn't scan the vouchers after multiple tries on all 4 vouchers issued, so we had to pay the food from our own money; For the two return flights they were also full of unfortunate events that caused bad experience and further delay and waste of our time, both flights departed late and the last leg had another significant delay of more than half an hour after touchdown, the gate was for some reason not available so we waited more than half an hour, when we got out of plane it was almost one hour later than the supposed arrival time; The gate you arranged is the farthest in Vancouver airport, also was the luggage pickup location in Seattle airport; We also called customer service for rescheduling help and after a long time wait (more than an hour) we got a call back but the CS representative was equally clueless and unhelpful. Other than a fatal crash, your company couldn't do anything right and provided the worst service possible among the tons of flights we have taken in our lives.

I knew I was going to fall asleep unsettlingly from exhaustion so I warned the guy next to me in advance. The attendant took to checking on me frequently and even insisted I take my snack because I said no while sleep hazed and then absolutely wanted it about 5 minutes later. He was So caring and kind to my situation!!

Could not understand what the attendant was saying during his announcements.

Economy seats always cramped, no meal on international flight, no plugs for electronics, but we got there and cabin crew was excellent.

I paid for comfort plus seats but did not get the extra leg room. When I told the stewardess, she just ignored me.

Their "free personal" requirement is to have your bag fit in a containment frame that is way too narrow and slender than the space under the actual plane seat (the length of my vitamin water was longer than the width of the containment frame. They had personel at the gate literally designated to hounding people's bags in the zone line up, and forcing them to measure their bag again if he felt "the bag might be too big for personal item". If your bag was too big for their scamming measurement criteria you had to fork up $110 CAD for the carry on cost ($85 at the 24hr online pre-check in). Plane had no entertainment, seats did not recline, and no complimentary snacks or drinks. Unless I have a short flight with zero bags, I won't be flying Flair ever again.

Flight attendant said bye bud. Lol peak flair right there

On time flight. Reasonably comfortable seats. Disliked having to pay for refreshment and snacks.

Very bead I am going to Vancouver to toronto. Not boarding receive. Before flight ✈️ time I have to take boarding. Boarding manager asking me pay $89 . Just flight ✈️ time before I pay .after provided the Boarding pass. Flair Airlines management not good. But kayak is best application.

Not good Even after I made my booking, I was charged $90 for my boarding pass. I have collected boarding pass i pay $90 near . Flair airline not good. Without pay no boarding pass.

The flight was smooth, but the seats are not comfortable. I was not able to sleep. The sizes for the personal item and carry-on are way smaller than other airlines.

Leg room was terrible and seats very narrow. Flight was also delayed.

The worst airline experience that I ever had in my life. The fare was cheap but boy do you pay for it when it comes to baggages, carry-ons, food on board and lack of available staff at check-in. Almost every other passenger on my flight had the same complaints and experience. We all bonded discussing our displeasure. My husband and I will definitely not be traveling with Flair Airlines. We'll take anyone else.

The most uncomfortable plane I ever fly on. The seats won't even recline a little. For a 5 hrs flight at night and tired it felt like torture

Seats in 1 res are dispersed all over the plane, even child was across

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