San Diego to Vancouver (SDM–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SDM → YVR
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
93%
Return
YVR → SDM
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
92%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YVR delays →

Other ways to reach Vancouver from San Diego

Nearby airports with service to Vancouver International Airport.
Metric SDM→YVR SAN→YVR PSP→YVR
Distance from SDM 17 mi 91 mi
Nonstop airlines 6 7
Weekly flights 15 7
Airports within 200 miles of SDM with service to Vancouver International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Vancouver is 0 hours the same as San Diego.
SDM: PDT · YVR: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.

Getting from YVR

The Canada Line runs from the airport to Waterfront/downtown in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 on Compass card. Trains depart every 6–8 minutes from the International Terminal station (basement level). Taxis queue outside arrivals; metered fares to downtown are CAD $35–45. Uber and Lyft have a designated pick-up zone.Rental car desks are in the terminal. The VALET shuttle also connects to other transit points on Sea Island. YVR is particularly well-organised for transfers; pre-clearance facility clears U.S.-bound passengers through U.S. customs before departure.

Vancouver Climate

Temperate oceanic climate. One of the mildest in Canada. Winters (November–March) are wet and overcast at 2–8°C. Snow is infrequent at sea level, but when it does fall, the city struggles and the airport can see delays. Fog in winter and early spring is a more consistent disruption risk. Summers (June–August) are warm and dry at 20–27°C with very little rain.

Wildfire smoke from BC and Alberta can reduce visibility at the airport during August and September. Pack rain gear for autumn through spring. Summers are dry and clear.

SDM–YVR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San Diego to Vancouver route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Origin: SDM
IATA / ICAOSDM / KSDM
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation526 ft / 160 m
Destination: YVR
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SDM to YVR flights.
Yes, return flights from YVR to SDM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SAN, PSP and SNA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN), Palm Springs (PSP) and Santa Ana (SNA).