Great Fare to Vancouver
The $208 price includes a standard fare with a normal-sized carry-on option, along with the flexibility to change or cancel for credit and standard boarding privileges.
Meanwhile, Air Canada offers a lower fare of $154, classified as Basic Economy. This fare does not permit advance seat selection, changes, cancellations, and boarding occurs last.
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Coal Harbor, Vancouver, Canada – Photo: tdlucas5000 via Flickr, used under Creative Commons License (By 2.0)
Sample Travel Date:
- This is just one sample travel date; for more options, please refer to the “Fare Availability” and “How to Search for Availability” sections below.
Fare Availability:
- Travel is valid from May through mid-June. Be aware that availability is limited and tickets must be purchased at least 7 days prior to departure.
How to Search for Availability:
- This section is meant for checking availability. For ticket purchases, see the “How to Buy” section below.
- The Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software should resemble the example below when all fields are filled out.

- Note: Tickets cannot be purchased through Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. Please refer to the “How to Buy” section for purchasing instructions.
Fare Class:
Routing:
- SFO – YVR (Vancouver) – SFO
Mileage:
Air Canada is part of the Star Alliance and partners with United Airlines. Mileage accrual with United is as follows:
- Miles Flown: 1,600 miles
- Redeemable Miles: 800 miles
How to Buy:
- Make bookings on Air Canada using the dates found through the Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software.

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