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

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Vancouver to San Diego
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,192 mi 2h 18m nonstop 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YVR and SDM, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YVR to SDM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 6:00 PM in San Diego.
Distance & Flight Time
1,192 mi / 1,919 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 18m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YVR

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.

Facts

YVR–SDM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vancouver to San Diego route.
Route details
Distance1,192 mi / 1,919 km
Flight time2h 18m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: YVR
Full nameVancouver International Airport
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
Destination: SDM
Full nameBrown Field Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAOSDM / KSDM
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation526 ft / 160 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YVR to SDM flights.
Nonstop flights from Vancouver International Airport to Brown Field Municipal Airport take approximately 2h 18m. The route covers 1,192 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SJC, BOI, YYC, SLC, PHX, AUS, SJD, PVR and OPF. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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.

Flights from YVR to SDM

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YVR to SDM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YVR to SDM ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,192 miles (1,919 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SJC.