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$102 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Vancouver

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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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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Overall average: $427
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Thu 4/16Thu 4/23
SMF - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$376
Typical prices: $241-$488
Air Canada
Thu 4/23Mon 4/27
SMF - YVR • Non-stop
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Sacramento Airport has smooth security except Monday AM.
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Cheapest • Avg $463 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 51m (one-way)
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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 round-trip 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 round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Vancouver

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23
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12:18 pm - 2:30 pm
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10:00 am - 10:05 am
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24h 05m
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$256Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23
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$259Multiple Airlines
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$263Multiple Airlines
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11h 11m
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$265Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
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11h 57m
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$273Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
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$284Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
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$294Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 3
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$304Multiple Airlines
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6:00 am - 11:56 pm
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$305Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Vancouver flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Vancouver?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Vancouver on a Thursday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Sacramento, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals.

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 October, where tickets cost $379 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $487 and $483 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $427, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$102
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Sacramento to Vancouver

When to book flights from Sacramento to Vancouver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Vancouver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Vancouver Intl Airport was $102 for a one-way ticket and $256 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Vancouver?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    Sacramento and Vancouver are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Sacramento from Sacramento Intl and will be arriving at Vancouver Intl.

  • 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?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Vancouver, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Vancouver, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Vancouver are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $436 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $354 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • 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 travelers 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 round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Vancouver with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and YVR can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Vancouver?

    In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Sacramento to Vancouver were found on Alaska Airlines ($305) and Delta ($308).

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $201 or less one-way and $430 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

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Tuesday

Air Canada

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Sacramento to Vancouver

 
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12050 reviews
7.8Comfort
7.0Entertainment
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.1Food
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My only complaint was how far it was from plane to baggage claim

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2026
SBP - PDX
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My only complaint was how far it was from plane to baggage claim

I had a problem with my reservation and no one could help me understand what happened. I booked my flight months ago and received a confirmation email. In the confirmation email, it said that the flight would depart at 3:15 p.m. A few hours before the flight, I tried to go online and check in, and suddenly it said that the flight was leaving an hour earlier. I had to rush to get to the airport and almost didn't make it. No one could help me understand why this happened, and I'm really concerned that it might happen in the future. I would appreciate some support in this matter.

They cancelled the flight and provided no support to find another way home or how to get a refund. Links provided didn’t work and phone wait times were over eight hours. Battery on my phone couldn’t last long enough.

It was a super old plane so the first class experience was just not luxurious

signage from the upper area to the tram down 2 escalator!

You sent me an email saying boarding was at 9:29 and AA sent one that was 8:29 on Sunday morning. I had to call AA to get that it was indeed 8:29.

Not bad. Due to not buying a seat, on the way back, my seat was not assigned till 2 hrs before the flight left. Got me worried I wouldn’t have a seat.

Great flights, little turbulence, pilots kept stewardesses seated & safe, all staff friendly & professional

There is no entertainment on the plane. The snack is minimal. The crew was nice and professional.

Good as usual. Just wished my seat was assigned at online check in. Thanks anyways

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

It was nt delta. It was aeromexo. Service was awful. They served a very small drink and NO snack for a 3hr and 35min flight. Then for the first 30 min of the flight is was talk and talk over head interruption the movie/ show i picked to watch.

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

The flight was delayed for about 2 hrs. Other than it, it was good.

The 777’s economy seat’s legroom was more tolerable than expected. I appreciate the reclining mechanism which slides the seat forward to minimize cannibalizing the space behind. The food was terrible: very salty.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Entertainment kept turning itself off. Gave up on watching a movie.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Departed Palm Springs over an hour late because there’s only one gate, and it has always delayed by the arriving and departing flight to Toronto and the arriving flight from Vancouver.

The flight from SFO to YVR was delayed and my bag did not make it to my next flight from YVR to SYD. It took almost 3 days after I landed to get my bag and when I got it, it was filled with dust

Great check in process in LA and good service The check in process as well as at the gate is way better in the US versus canada 🇨🇦

Fair. What's the point of partnering with United if we cannot use the lounge. My wife is a frequent flier with United but we were refused access to Air Canada lounge

Real smooth and easy, Real good leg room in coach!

They rescheduled me and I had no issues with the new flight

Both flights are delayed so I rate the whole experience as mediocre.

Before final boarding, my husband and I — both seniors — were told that we could not bring our carry-on bags with us due to being in Zone 6. The staff took our bags with little explanation, stating it was policy. While we understand boarding procedures may vary by zone, the way we were spoken to was unnecessarily rude and dismissive. We felt disrespected and singled out, and the interaction left us deeply uncomfortable. As seniors, we expect to be treated with courtesy and dignity, especially during travel when accommodations and communication matter most. We hope you will look into this matter and ensure better training for staff in handling such situations with more empathy and professionalism.

Easy boarding and comfortable seating were plusses. Enjoyed the experience and good service from the captain and crew. Many thanks...!

Poor air traffic controller staffing led to a 50%reduction on flights so we got to wait 4 hrs for our flight! Very disorganized at the gate Poor communication with customers

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