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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 8.1% of flights from Vancouver to San Diego were non-stop. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This indicates that direct options are less common for this route, and most journeys will involve at least one layover.

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

The median direct flight time from Vancouver to San Diego is approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of 1897 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases significantly to about 7 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differing durations when planning their journey, depending on their preference for direct or connecting flights.

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, whereas direct flights were typically more expensive, with a median price of $391. This represents a premium of approximately 21% for direct flights. While direct flights made up about 14.6% of the options, travelers seeking lower fares might consider routes with one or more stops.

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Vancouver to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Vancouver to San Diego

For those 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 travel during these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Vancouver to San Diego 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 bargain may require careful timing and flexibility.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 8.1% of recent fares being direct flights from Vancouver to San Diego. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you should generally expect a layover or two on your journey.

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 most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

The distance between Vancouver and San Diego is 1,897 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves several hours of travel, often with a stop along the way.

How much is a round trip from Vancouver to San Diego

Regular price: CA$433 - CA$1,104

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Abbotsford to San Diego is CAD 433 to CAD 1104. The current lowest deal is CAD 230 with WestJet for travel from Oct 6-Oct 16.

now CA$230

Low CA$433

High CA$1,104

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

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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, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$518

CA$335

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$417

CA$297

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$417

CA$301

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$432

CA$316

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$421

CA$316

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$425

CA$316

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

CA$1,079 → CA$354

67%

4 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 12

CA$1,042 → CA$321

69%

7 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 18

CA$1,055 → CA$354

66%

2 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 18

CA$1,069 → CA$370

65%

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Vancouver - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from 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 is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to San Diego, with a median price of $251.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 12h 1m

The median flight duration from Vancouver to San Diego is 12h 1m, typically with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 8.1% of recent fares from Vancouver to San Diego are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada has offered direct flights from Vancouver to San Diego in recent months.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Vancouver to San Diego appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Vancouver main airports to depart from

Vancouver International (YVR)

Cheapest

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a primary departure point for flights to San Diego.

📍 ~10 km from Vancouver (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$254

San Diego main airports to arrive at

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~5 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car, bus, taxi).

💸 Flights from ~$250

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is a useful alternative for Mexico-bound travelers with direct access via CBX.

📍 ~30 km from San Diego (reachable by car, requires passport and CBX fee)

💸 Flights from ~CA$598

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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, sees the average price rise significantly to $808. Even 7-13 days out, the average price is around $562, indicating that earlier booking within the recommended window can lead to considerable savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Vancouver to San Diego is considered to be $366 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $573. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $852 or less, highlighting the value of securing a fare at or below the good price threshold.

Historically, May and September tend to offer the cheapest flights from Vancouver to San Diego. In May, the median price was $251, while September saw a median price of $287. April also presented competitive pricing with a median of $320. These months typically offer fares significantly below 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$433 - CA$1,104

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Abbotsford to San Diego is CAD 433 to CAD 1104. The current lowest deal is CAD 230 with WestJet for travel from Oct 6-Oct 16.

now CA$230

Low CA$433

High CA$1,104

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, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$518

CA$335

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$417

CA$297

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$417

CA$301

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$432

CA$316

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$421

CA$316

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - San Diego

Vancouver (YVR) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$425

CA$316

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

CA$1,079 → CA$354

67%

4 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 12

CA$1,042 → CA$321

69%

7 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 18

CA$1,055 → CA$354

66%

2 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 18

CA$1,069 → CA$370

65%

Popular Airports to fly from Vancouver to San Diego