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Flight deals from Vancouver to San Diego

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs66,076. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.Rs26,999 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Abbotsford on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,999, select.
San Diego.Rs29,365 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs29,365, select.
San Diego.Rs33,725 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,725, select.
San Diego.Rs35,276 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs35,276, select.
San Diego.Rs44,296 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs44,296, select.
San Diego.Rs46,947 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,947, select.
San Diego.Rs50,472 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs50,472, select.
San Diego.Rs56,011 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Apr.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs56,011, select.
San Diego.Rs57,183 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 14 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,183, select.
San Diego.Rs57,815 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jun.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 17 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,815, select.
San Diego.Rs59,726 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,726, select.
San Diego.Rs59,726 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,726, select.
San Diego.Rs59,739 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,739, select.
San Diego.Rs59,953 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,953, select.
San Diego.Rs63,091 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs63,091, select.
San Diego.Rs63,094 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs63,094, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from Rs82,542
Aug
from Rs35,274
Sep
from Rs29,363
Oct
from Rs26,997
Nov
from Rs33,723
Dec
from Rs50,469
Jan
from Rs46,943
Feb
from Rs44,293
Mar
from Rs59,949
Apr
from Rs56,007
May
from Rs57,179
Jun
from Rs57,810

Direct flights from Vancouver to San Diego

Alternative Vancouver to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Vancouver to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
ClosestCheapest
from Rs26,999
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
from Rs90,285
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Vancouver to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs26,999
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week72

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to San Diego is Rs48,460. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Vancouver to San Diego.
United, Air Canada and Jazz Air fly direct from Vancouver to San Diego.
As of July 2026, there are 72 flights per week flying from Vancouver to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to San Diego is usually October.
If you're flying from Vancouver, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from Rs48,460.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to San Diego on Sunday, 4 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 1 minute.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is WestJet. And the cheapest airline that flies to McClellan-Palomar Airport is Air Canada.

Flying from Vancouver to San Diego: what you need to know

  • When searching for a flight from Vancouver to San Diego, there's a nice range of airports you can jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main terminals.

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is where your flight will arrive in San Diego.

  • The average time for a direct Vancouver to San Diego flight is 3 hours.

  • Vancouver and San Diego are in the same timezone, UTC-8.

  • The most popular route for flights from Vancouver to San Diego is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Take your pick of 18 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YVR to SAN is the 08:05 Air Canada service. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 18:50 with Air Canada.

  • To ensure you get on your Vancouver to San Diego flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to San Diego

  • Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Vancouver to San Diego flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to San Diego is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and pick up a great deal.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Vancouver to San Diego couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Lock in a cheap Vancouver to San Diego flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Vancouver to San Diego, you can depart from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Fly from YVR to San Diego International Airport (SAN) without making any stops.

  • Keep an eye out for deals with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Vancouver to San Diego plane tickets out of YVR.

  • YVR is around 10 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to San Diego, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of the departures from Vancouver International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • The trip to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.

  • Make taking an early Vancouver to San Diego flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • The on-time performance rating of YXX is 75%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to San Diego, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Follow your own route with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through San Diego and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to San Diego flight.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is roughly 48 kilometres from central San Diego. Once you've disembarked your flight from Vancouver to San Diego, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near CLD. Tuck yourself in after your Vancouver to San Diego flight at one of these well-located options:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CLD in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • March is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to San Diego, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to San Diego based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Vancouver to San Diego ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Diego to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Vancouver to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC.

More about San Diego

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done San Diego, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres northwest to Los Angeles to tick off its leading attractions. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are among the biggest draws.

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