Routes · From YVR

Vancouver (YVR) to San Francisco (SFO) flights

Nonstop from Vancouver International to San Francisco International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.

Distance

1,289km

801 mi, great circle

Flying time

2h 22m

typical, gate to gate

Flights a day

8.9

average, November 2026

Airlines

passenger airlines

Airlines flying YVR to SFO

Route map

The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Vancouver to San Francisco?

About 2h 22m gate to gate for the 1,289 km (801 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.

Which airlines fly nonstop from YVR to SFO?

Air Canada, Flair Airlines and United Airlines, with about 8.9 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).