Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport take 2 hours 26 minutes. San Francisco and Vancouver are in the same timezone (UTC-7), meaning you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Flights from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport start at 06:20 — the first with Air Canada. The last departure is the 21:40 service with Air Canada. In total, there are 85 weekly services between YVR and SFO.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
You'll find a range of airlines running direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. When you're ready to start your San Francisco adventure and explore this part of United States, these leading carriers fly the YVR to SFO route:
Before getting your cheap ticket from YVR to SFO, check whether you need a visa to enter United States. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
R 1,404 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Return flights start from R 2,437. These prices can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from YVR to SFO by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from YVR to SFO. You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport takes about 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to YVR:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SFO:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about San Francisco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Francisco right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from YVR to SFO:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are top sights which should feature on every San Francisco itinerary.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in San Francisco.
