Vancouver to San Diego (YVR–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
YVR–SAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,179 miles in approximately 3h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 21 | CR9 | 3h | Star Alliance | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Diego from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→SAN | PAE→SAN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h | 2h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · SAN: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 6:00 PM in San Diego.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
YVR–SAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to SAN
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Sun Country Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YVR to SAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to SAN is about 3 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,179 miles (1,897 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sacramento, Los Angeles and Seattle–Tacoma. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Everett (PAE).