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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sacramento to Vancouver, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sacramento to Vancouver, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Vancouver (SMF-YVR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sacramento to Vancouver that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl

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Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air Canada

Air Canada offers priority boarding for Business Class and elite status passengers, enhancing convenience.


Air Canada's Wi-Fi offers free messaging for Aeroplan members, ideal for staying connected.

Read more about Air Canadaby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United offers Priority Boarding for Zone 2, ensuring overhead bin space for carry-ons.


United's Wi-Fi offers free messaging, with T-Mobile customers enjoying free streaming.

Read more about United Airlinesby Stefanie Waldek
Airports
SMF

Sacramento Airport offers smooth security with short lines, except during Monday morning rush hours. Allocate extra time if flying Southwest from Terminal B.

Read more about SMFby Bill Fink
YVR

For a quick trip to downtown Vancouver, take the Canada Line train from YVR's Level 4. It connects to the city center in under 30 minutes.

Read more about YVRby Jessica Macdonald
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on YVR

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SMF

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has travelled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Vancouver Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost £178 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £495 and £389 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 60% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Sacramento to Vancouver

Low seasonJanuary
Best time to beat the crowds (24% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Sacramento to Vancouver flights

  • Which kid-friendly airline should I consider for my Sacramento to Vancouver with kids?

    If you want to take your family on a flight from Sacramento to Vancouver, you should consider United Airlines. The airline's family-friendly policy includes prioritizing boarding for families, offering a variety of in-flight entertainment options for all age groups, and allowing families, particularly those flying with children, to choose their seats.

  • Can I rent a car after deplaning from my Sacramento to Vancouver flight?

    When you arrive at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) after your flight from Sacramento, you can rent a car from one of the several on-site car rental firms. Car rental firms that are easily accessible include Avis, Alamo, Hertz, and Budget. These car rentals have their counters on the first floor of the terminal building.

  • Which environmentally-friendly airline should I consider for my flight from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    If you care about the environment, you should consider traveling with United Airlines from Sacramento to Vancouver. The airline's environmental policy requires it to modernize its fleet to improve fuel economy and reduce carbon emissions. It also implements programs meant to reduce waste through recycling.

  • How convenient are the flights from Sacramento to Vancouver for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRMs)?

    Although most airlines consider PRMs, Air Canada offers some of the most convenient flights from Sacramento to Vancouver. The airline is committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible travel experience for all passengers. It provides specialized assistance, including priority boarding, wheelchair accessibility, and trained staff to assist PRMs throughout their journey. The airline also offers spacious cabins, comfortable seating options, and accessible lavatories. PRMs can trust Air Canada to provide the necessary amenities and support for a hassle-free trip from Sacramento to Vancouver.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    Air Canada, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to Vancouver flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to Vancouver flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sacramento and Vancouver.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    There are direct flights from Sacramento to Vancouver on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Vancouver.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Vancouver from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Vancouver with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Vancouver from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Sacramento? 25% of our users found flights on this route for Vancouver or less round-trip.
  • Prioritize booking your flight with American Airlines to benefit from ticket upgrades on your Sacramento (SMF) to Vancouver (YVR) flight. Occasionally, the airline may email you a discounted fee to upgrade your ticket from Economy to First Class. If you agree to the request, you will receive First Class benefits at a significantly cheaper overall cost.
  • Besides Vancouver Intl (YVR), travelers connecting from Southwest Vancouver can choose Victoria International Airport (YYJ) as their departure airport for their flights to Sacramento. Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is about 31 miles from Downtown Vancouver.
  • Consider your flight from Sacramento to Vancouver as an opportunity to visit the city's neighborhoods, which include Surrey, Richmond, New Westminster, and Burnaby. Consider renting a car for a quick and convenient connection to some of these locations.
  • With most airlines operating from Sacramento to Vancouver offering flights with at least a single layover, it would be best to plan and budget for your layovers. Among the common layovers to expect on this route are Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), Calgary (YYC), and Edmonton (YEG).
  • To connect from the city center to Sacramento Intl (SMF) for your flights to Vancouver, you will board a taxi or ride-share service. Alternatively, you can use the YoloBus Route 42A - which operates between Downtown Sacramento and SMF, or Sacramento Regional Transit District (RT) bus line 42.

Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to Vancouver?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sacramento Intl to Vancouver Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to Vancouver Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines

ANA, Air Canada, +1 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines

ANA, Air Canada, +1 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines

ANA, Air Canada, +1 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines

ANA, Air Canada, +1 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines

ANA, Air Canada, +1 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines

ANA, Air Canada, +1 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines

ANA, Air Canada, +1 more

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Direct returns

Vancouver Intl to Sacramento Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Lufthansa, +1 more

ANA, Air Canada, +2 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Lufthansa, +1 more

ANA, Air Canada, +2 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Lufthansa, +1 more

ANA, Air Canada, +2 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Lufthansa, +1 more

ANA, Air Canada, +2 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Lufthansa, +1 more

ANA, Air Canada, +2 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Lufthansa, +1 more

ANA, Air Canada, +2 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Lufthansa, +1 more

ANA, Air Canada, +2 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Sacramento (SMF)
Vancouver Intl (YVR)

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