How many flights from Vancouver to San Diego are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 8.1% of flights from Vancouver to San Diego were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection. Travelers seeking direct routes may find fewer options available.

How many hours is the flight from Vancouver to San Diego?

A direct flight from Vancouver to San Diego typically takes approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of 1897 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 7 hours and 25 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with non-stop travel on this route.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Vancouver to San Diego?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Vancouver to San Diego. Connecting flights had a median price of $322, while direct flights had a median price of $391 across the trailing quarter. This represents a price premium of 21% for direct flights. Although direct flights make up about 14.6% of the available options, opting for a flight with a layover can lead to savings.

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Vancouver to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Vancouver to San Diego

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Vancouver to San Diego, May stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $251. Other cost-effective options include September, where the median fare is $287, and April, with a median fare of $320. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares for this route typically range from $366 to $852, with a median price of $573. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a particularly low fare can be challenging.

Most itineraries for flights from Vancouver to San Diego connect at least once, with only 8.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey with at least one layover.

A typical journey from Vancouver to San Diego, including connections, takes approximately 12 hours and 1 minute. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, as direct options are less common. You should factor in this travel time when planning your itinerary.

How much is a round trip from Vancouver to San Diego

Regular price: CA$468 - CA$1,147

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Abbotsford to San Diego is CAD 468 to CAD 1147. The current lowest deal is CAD 266 with WestJet for travel from Oct 3-Oct 6.

now CA$266

Low CA$468

High CA$1,147

The cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to San Diego

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to San Diego is May, with a median price of $251. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $775. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$251

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$775

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Vancouver to San Diego

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Vancouver to San Diego

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

CA$414

CA$350

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

CA$414

CA$353

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$478

CA$342

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

YXX - San Diego

Abbotsford (YXX) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$591

CA$265

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$393

CA$286

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$389

CA$278

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Vancouver to San Diego

5 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 30

CA$939 → CA$329

65%

3 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 28

CA$939 → CA$329

65%

2 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 27

CA$937 → CA$329

65%

3 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 19

CA$939 → CA$332

65%

Popular Airports to fly from Vancouver to San Diego

Vancouver - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Vancouver to San Diego are above the typical level, with a median price of $573.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $251, followed by September at $287.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 1m

The typical flight duration for this route, predominantly connecting, is 12 hours and 1 minute.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 8.1% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada provides direct flight options for the Vancouver to San Diego route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Vancouver to San Diego are frequently available, appearing often.

Vancouver main airports to depart from

Vancouver International (YVR)

Cheapest

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a primary option for flights from Vancouver to San Diego.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CA$287

San Diego main airports to arrive at

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Vancouver to San Diego.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$269

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is a convenient alternative for Mexico-bound travelers via the Cross Border Xpress (CBX).

📍 ~30 km from San Diego (reachable by car and CBX)

💸 Flights from ~CA$608

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Vancouver to San Diego is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $298. Booking closer to the departure date, such as 0-6 days in advance, can see average prices rise significantly to $808. Even booking 7-13 days out shows an average price of $562, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Vancouver to San Diego is considered to be $366 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $573. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $852 or less. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target fares around the $366 mark.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to San Diego, with a median price of $251. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $287. April is another relatively affordable option, showing a median price of $320. These months typically present better value compared to the annual median price of $573 for this route.

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Vancouver to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Vancouver to San Diego

How much is a round trip from Vancouver to San Diego

Regular price: CA$468 - CA$1,147

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Abbotsford to San Diego is CAD 468 to CAD 1147. The current lowest deal is CAD 266 with WestJet for travel from Oct 3-Oct 6.

now CA$266

Low CA$468

High CA$1,147

The cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to San Diego

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$251

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$775

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Vancouver to San Diego

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Vancouver to San Diego

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

CA$414

CA$350

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

CA$414

CA$353

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$478

CA$342

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

YXX - San Diego

Abbotsford (YXX) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$591

CA$265

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$393

CA$286

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$389

CA$278

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Vancouver to San Diego

5 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 30

CA$939 → CA$329

65%

3 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 28

CA$939 → CA$329

65%

2 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 27

CA$937 → CA$329

65%

3 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 19

CA$939 → CA$332

65%

Popular Airports to fly from Vancouver to San Diego