3 airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Vancouver.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | SFO San Francisco International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
| Flair Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
| United Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | YVR Vancouver International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
7 miles (12 km) from the city centre. 26.9 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | Canada Line from YVR-Airport station to Waterfront Station downtown | about 25m | CAD $6.50 YVR AddFare plus the regular transit fare (adult 1-zone $3.50, 2-zone $5.10) |
US citizens do not need a visa or an eTA to visit Canada but must carry a valid passport or other proper identification.
Vancouver is the same time as San Francisco. Vancouver uses the Canadian dollar (CAD).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Air Canada, Flair Airlines and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 794 miles (1,278 km), measured between the city centres.
Vancouver is the same time as San Francisco.
US citizens do not need a visa or an eTA to visit Canada but must carry a valid passport or other proper identification.
Canada Line from YVR-Airport station to Waterfront Station downtown, about 25 minutes, CAD $6.50 YVR AddFare plus the regular transit fare (adult 1-zone $3.50, 2-zone $5.10).
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.