Vancouver to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Canada and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,289 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 2 to 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include YVR and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Vancouver. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Vancouver, Canada
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 1,289 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 to 3 hours
- Origin codes
- YVR
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Vancouver to San Francisco
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Route overview
Vancouver to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Canada and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are YVR and SFO. Related codes: YVR → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,289 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 2 to 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Vancouver airports and metro codes: YVR.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Vancouver, other destinations from Vancouver, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Vancouver to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Vancouver to San Francisco typically take about 2 to 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Vancouver to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Vancouver and San Francisco is approximately 1,289 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Vancouver to San Francisco?
Vancouver is commonly searched with code YVR (related: YVR). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Vancouver to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Vancouver?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Vancouver. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,289 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Vancouver to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Canada (Vancouver) with United States (San Francisco).
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