Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport take 3 hours 3 minutes. San Diego and Vancouver share the same timezone (UTC-7), which means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Every week, there are 31 flights from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you'd like to jet off early, take the 07:00 Air Canada flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from YVR to SAN is 18:50 with Air Canada.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport is Rs31,944. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs58,217. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap flights from YVR to SAN, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
After a handy hotel near YVR? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SAN:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Diego. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver International Airport to San Diego International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap flights from YVR to SAN in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip right by finding an amazing stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from YVR to SAN, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are major attractions which should be on every San Diego itinerary.
Complete your San Diego trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to San Diego International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe 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 Diego.
