Long haul · Mountains · Coast. Compare cheap flights to Vancouver from US airports — flight time 0h 39m from Seattle-Tacoma.
Compare flights to Vancouver →Vancouver is a short-haul destination from the US — around 0h 39m in the air from Seattle-Tacoma (SEA), which makes it a realistic long-weekend trip. Travelers come for the mountains and the coastline. We track fares from 28 US departure points including Los Angeles International, PHX and San Francisco International — each has its own comparison page below.
Most travelers aim for Jun–Sep. Recent round-trip fares start around $76 from Los Angeles International. On the ground, Canadian dollar (CAD) is the local currency and English, French the dominant language — English coverage is solid in tourist quarters and at the airport. Visa: No eTA required for US citizens, but a US passport (or NEXUS card / Enhanced Driver License) is required for air travel. 4-6 weeks ahead is usually the sweet spot for short-haul fares; last-minute bookings can run two to three times the advance fare.
By Louisa Lowe, Lead Writer · Updated for 2026.
| Departure | Round-trip from | Typical round-trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles International (LAX) | $76 | $85 | Compare fares → |
| PHX (PHX) | $90 | $90 | Compare fares → |
| San Francisco International (SFO) | $97 | $130 | Compare fares → |
| Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) | $104 | $140 | Compare fares → |
| Boston Logan (BOS) | $107 | $119 | Compare fares → |
| MSP (MSP) | $107 | $303 | Compare fares → |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | $117 | $160 | Compare fares → |
| Orlando (MCO) | $133 | $183 | Compare fares → |
| Denver (DEN) | $135 | $208 | Compare fares → |
| SAN (SAN) | $138 | $139 | Compare fares → |
| Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) | $140 | $216 | Compare fares → |
| Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) | $159 | $164 | Compare fares → |
| Chicago O'Hare (ORD) | $160 | $160 | Compare fares → |
| AUS (AUS) | $163 | $163 | Compare fares → |
| New York JFK (JFK) | $170 | $197 | Compare fares → |
| DTW (DTW) | $172 | $172 | Compare fares → |
| TPA (TPA) | $180 | $180 | Compare fares → |
| LGA (LGA) | $185 | $274 | Compare fares → |
| Newark (EWR) | $185 | $233 | Compare fares → |
| BWI (BWI) | $189 | $189 | Compare fares → |
| Washington Dulles (IAD) | $203 | $209 | Compare fares → |
| Miami International (MIA) | $220 | $220 | Compare fares → |
| CLT (CLT) | $225 | $225 | Compare fares → |
| FLL (FLL) | $297 | $297 | Compare fares → |
| Houston Intercontinental (IAH) | $311 | $311 | Compare fares → |
| DCA (DCA) | $333 | $333 | Compare fares → |
| ANC (ANC) | $374 | $374 | Compare fares → |
| SLC (SLC) | $394 | $394 | Compare fares → |
Round-trip fares are the lowest and average seen in recent Travelpayouts searches, updated 2026-09-26. Exact prices vary by date — each route page carries the live comparison.
Direct answer. Round-trip flights to Vancouver start at around $76, the lowest recent fare on the Los Angeles International–Vancouver route. Across the 28 US departures with current fare data, average round-trips run $85–$394.
These figures come from recent Travelpayouts search data, not estimates. The spread between departure airports matters: the same week can price very differently from Los Angeles International, PHX and San Francisco International, so it pays to compare more than one departure.
Key fact: The cheapest recent round-trip to Vancouver we track is $76 from Los Angeles International.
Direct answer. CompareFlights tracks 28 US departures for Vancouver: Los Angeles International, PHX, San Francisco International, Seattle-Tacoma, Boston Logan, MSP, Las Vegas, Orlando, Denver, SAN, Dallas/Fort Worth, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Chicago O'Hare, AUS, New York JFK, DTW, TPA, LGA, Newark, BWI, Washington Dulles, Miami International, CLT, FLL, Houston Intercontinental, DCA, ANC and SLC. Each has its own fare page with the live comparison.
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Key fact: Los Angeles International is currently the cheapest tracked US departure for Vancouver, with round-trips from $76.
Direct answer. Book 4-6 weeks ahead, and aim for Jun–Sep if you want Vancouver at its best — that window balances weather and crowds rather than chasing a mythical cheapest day.
Before you commit, the admin: No eTA required for US citizens, but a US passport (or NEXUS card / Enhanced Driver License) is required for air travel. Currency is Canadian dollar (CAD); English, French is the main language, with English widely understood in tourist areas.
Key fact: Best months to visit Vancouver: Jun–Sep. Flight time from Seattle-Tacoma: about 0h 39m.
Always confirm visa and entry requirements at travel.state.gov before booking.
From Seattle-Tacoma (SEA), nonstop flights to Vancouver take approximately 0h 39m. Total journey time depends on your departure airport, any connections, and seasonal headwinds.
CompareFlights tracks 28 US departures for Vancouver: Los Angeles International, PHX, San Francisco International, Seattle-Tacoma, Boston Logan, MSP, Las Vegas, Orlando, Denver, SAN, Dallas/Fort Worth, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Chicago O'Hare, AUS, New York JFK, DTW, TPA, LGA, Newark, BWI, Washington Dulles, Miami International, CLT, FLL, Houston Intercontinental, DCA, ANC and SLC. Each departure has its own fare-comparison page with current prices.
Recent round-trip fares to Vancouver start around $76 from Los Angeles International, based on Travelpayouts search data. Anything at $78 or under sits in the cheapest quarter of recent fares.
No eTA required for US citizens, but a US passport (or NEXUS card / Enhanced Driver License) is required for air travel. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
The best months to visit Vancouver are Jun–Sep, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and weather is settled.
Canadian dollar (CAD) — most major hotels and restaurants in Vancouver accept card payments, but cash is useful for smaller establishments and tipping.
English, French. English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and major restaurants.
