San Francisco to Vancouver (SFO–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SFO–YVR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and Flair Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 801 miles in approximately 2h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: AV, LX, NZ, SQ, TP | 49 | 223, 738, B38M, CR9 | 2h06-2h31 | Star Alliance | AV, LX, NZ, SQ, TP | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AV, CM, NZ | 43 | 738, 7M9, B38M, CR9 | 1h45-2h31 | Star Alliance | AV, CM, NZ | |
| F8 Flair Airlines | 4 | 7M8 | 2h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Vancouver from San Francisco
| Metric | SFO→YVR | OAK→YVR | SJC→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SFO | – | 11 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 171 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 21m | 1h 52m | 1h 46m |
| Departure OTP | 45% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SFO: PDT · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Francisco, it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver.
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.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) runs from downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero, Powell St.) to the SFO station and then a free AirTrain shuttle to all terminals (30–40 min from Embarcadero, $10.45). BART also connects Oakland and Berkeley; useful for East Bay travelers. Trains run from ~4am to midnight.Taxis from downtown San Francisco cost $40–60. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) pick up in the designated area in the garage and are often $30–50 depending on surge pricing. SamTrans buses serve Peninsula cities. Highway 101 and I-280 are heavily congested during commute hours; BART is faster than driving at those times.
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.
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.
SFO–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SFO to YVR
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, United Airlines and Flair Airlines. With 171 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SFO to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SFO to YVR is about 2 hours 21 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 801 miles (1,289 km). There are approximately 171 weekly flights outbound and 258 return, totaling 429 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Portland, Seattle–Tacoma and Calgary. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Oakland (OAK), San Jose (SJC) and Concord (CCR).