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Museum of Anthropology at UBC
A leading anthropology museum with Indigenous masterworks and Pacific collections, set in a dramatic Arthur Erickson building at UBC.
Flights from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver, BC depart on average 101 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $378 (€305) but you can travel from only $288 (€231) by bus.
There are 11 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 804 miles (1295 km) distance in 2h 14m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 804 miles (1295 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $378 (€305) |
Flights per day 101 |
Direct flights 11 |
Fastest flight 2h 14m |
First flight 1:30 AM |
Last flight 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $288. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $288, and a flight costs an average of $378.
Distance: 804 miles (1295 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$676 Average price | $306 Average price Cheapest | $251 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 4m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 43m Average total duration 32h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver, BC:
A bus is $370 (€298) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver, BC costing on average $676 (€544).
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Bus takes on average 32h 13m.
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Most San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver, BC flights use the San Francisco International Airport to Vancouver airport pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco International Airport and Vancouver, BC airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
San Francisco International Airport is 1 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Francisco International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Vancouver is 4 km from Vancouver city centre. Public transport options include:
Vancouver has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including fast food, Asian, and cafes. Top options include Tim Hortons and Hudson's Euro Market.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including both domestic and intertiol terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vancouver: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vancouver: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vancouver: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, including the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel located inside the terminal..
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