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Cheap flights to Nanaimo from C$ 211

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — YCD
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
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Flights to Nanaimo in 2024

Find the latest flights to Nanaimo in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 505,255 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 182

Round-trip from

C$ 162

One-way from

C$ 311
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Toronto to Vancouver Intl
One-way flight from Toronto to Nanaimo Arpt (YCD)

Cheap flights to Nanaimo in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Nanaimo in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 505,255 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Nanaimo in April and May 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Fri 31/510:15 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop5h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 509
Fri 31/510:15 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop5h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 519
Fri 31/53:20 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 567
Sat 27/410:20 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/411:50 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 570
Fri 31/53:20 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 583
Tue 14/53:20 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 16/57:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 592
Fri 31/53:20 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Mon 3/67:50 p.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops18h 44mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 621
Fri 31/53:20 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Mon 3/67:50 p.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops18h 44mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 622
Tue 14/53:20 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 16/511:50 a.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops26h 44mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 627

Nanaimo 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Nanaimo in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 505,255 searches and data were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to Nanaimo in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 29/82:25 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops9h 54mWestJet
Tue 3/95:35 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 391
Thu 29/82:25 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops9h 54mWestJet
Tue 3/95:35 a.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 398
Sun 18/812:50 p.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop6h 29mWestJet
Thu 22/85:35 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 406
Sun 18/82:25 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops9h 54mWestJet
Thu 22/85:35 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 413
Sun 18/82:25 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops9h 54mWestJet
Thu 22/85:35 a.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 420
Thu 29/82:25 p.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop18h 45mWestJet
Tue 3/95:35 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 427
Sun 18/87:00 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop4h 36mAir Canada
Thu 22/89:05 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 18/4C$ 438
Sun 18/87:30 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop11h 49mWestJet
Thu 22/85:35 a.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 449
Mon 19/89:00 p.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop21h 28mWestJet
Thu 22/81:45 p.m.YCD - LAX
1 stop6h 20mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 471

Flights to Nanaimo departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Nanaimo, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 505,255 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Nanaimo departing last-minute. Tip: double check your flight details before making your reservation.
Sat 27/410:20 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/411:50 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 570
Sat 27/410:20 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/47:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops17h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 714
Sat 27/410:56 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops15h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/48:55 a.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops14h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,033
Sat 27/410:35 a.m.SJC - YCD
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/411:50 a.m.YCD - SJC
2 stops21h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,226
Sat 27/411:43 a.m.SJC - YCD
3 stops12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/411:50 a.m.YCD - SJC
3 stops20h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4C$ 1,302
Sat 27/41:15 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops10h 57mWestJet
Tue 30/41:45 p.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops10h 24mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 2,261

One-way flights to Nanaimo

Explore one-way flight options to Nanaimo for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 505,255 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Nanaimo. If you're in need of a round-trip flight to Nanaimo instead, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Mon 30/97:00 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop4h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 18/4C$ 211
Thu 19/99:00 p.m.LAX - YCD
2 stops14h 04mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 231
Thu 19/96:05 p.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop25h 19mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 235
Thu 19/99:00 p.m.LAX - YCD
3 stops22h 24mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 252
Mon 30/93:20 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops9h 04mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 293
Mon 19/85:15 a.m.ORD - YCD
2 stops8h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 18/4C$ 369
Mon 19/87:42 p.m.ORD - YCD
1 stop14h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 18/4C$ 383
Thu 23/57:40 p.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop12h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 18/4C$ 384
Thu 23/510:55 a.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops31h 35mWestJet
Deal found 18/4C$ 454

Average price of flights to Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Nanaimo is currently C$ 312 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 448. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Nanaimo (average of C$ 238). Flying to Nanaimo in March will prove the most costly (average of C$ 455). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

C$ 328

February

C$ 348

March

C$ 626

April

C$ 488

May

C$ 394

June

C$ 341

July

C$ 479

August

C$ 488

September

C$ 369

October

C$ 337

November

C$ 367

December

C$ 370

Temperature and rainfall in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

YVR

Temperature

4 - 18 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanaimo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights to Nanaimo is 81 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Nanaimo should consider flying on Wednesday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanaimo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nanaimo. Reviews last updated 19 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with WestJet, Pacific Coastal and Air Canada to Nanaimo by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
3,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.5
Good
3,004 reviews
7.5
Good
3,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.0
Good
6,844 reviews
7.5
Good
3,004 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

  • How long is the flight to Nanaimo?

    Flight duration will vary depending on how far away you are from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) in Nanaimo, Canada. Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will only take 38min to get to YCD. Flights from Calgary Airport (YYC) also take a short time averaging about 1h 50min. However, it will take you about 8h to fly from Kitchener-Waterloo Airport (YKF) to YCD. Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Nanaimo is comparatively shorter, clocking in at 6h 38min. That flight time is comparable to that of flying from Hamilton Airport (YHM), with flights also taking a similar time period to get to their destination.

  • Are there nonstop flights to Nanaimo?

    Yes, there are non-stop flights to Nanaimo Airport, Nanaimo, albeit only those flying from nearby airports. You can get non-stop Nanaimo flight deals from YVR and YYC. If you are travelling from an airport that is further away, you will have to make a stop before flying to Nanaimo. A flight from YKF is likely to have an hour's layover in YYC, as is one from YHM. Flying from YYZ will see you stop at YVR before setting onto your flight's second and final leg.

  • How do you get from Nanaimo Airport to the city center?

    YCD is about 13km from the city center. To get there, you can use the Tofino bus services that are available five days a week, Monday through Friday. If you choose to pay cash, it will set you back C$ 3. You could also get a day pass for C$ 6, which will allow you to use the services multiple times throughout the day. Kindly note that these services will not be available at night. If you desire more privacy, you could hire a taxi. The two major taxi companies are AC Taxi and Yellow Cab. A taxi ride to the city will average around C$ 51.

  • What are some things to do in Nanaimo?

    In Nanaimo, you can go hiking in Mount Benson Regional Park. You will get some good views of the Gulf Islands higher up. Feel free to follow the Mount Benson loop, an 8 km stretch that will give you great exercise and beautiful views as a bonus. You could also visit the Nanaimo Museum, which has a vast array of literary compositions as well as some unique pieces of photography. If you are lucky, you might find them holding one of their multiple feature exhibitions with other museums. The Nanaimo Art Gallery is renowned for its exhibits by contemporary professional artists and is worth a look. Depending on the season you visit the city, you might find some of the festivals held yearly. Some of them are the craft beer and music festival, which is full of merry-making, and the bathtub races held in July.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to visit Nanaimo?

    No, you will not have to carry either a visa or a passport to fly domestically within Canada. However, it is paramount that you have your original identification with you when you arrive at the airport.

  • What does YCD mean?

    YCD is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A YCD flight refers to a flight to Nanaimo Arpt Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanaimo?

    Most people fly into Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they book a flight to Nanaimo. Nanaimo Arpt is conveniently located just 13.7 km from Nanaimo’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nanaimo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nanaimo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nanaimo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Flair Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nanaimo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nanaimo?

    Nanaimo Arpt Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nanaimo. One-way flights to Nanaimo Arpt Airport typically cost C$ 78, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 151.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Nanaimo?

    A round-trip flight to Nanaimo will typically cost around C$ 117, however they can be found for as little as C$ 110.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nanaimo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nanaimo, Vancouver offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 26 minutes).

  • Does Nanaimo Arpt Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nanaimo Arpt Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?

    Yes. Nanaimo Arpt Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Large suite in Heritage house in a rural community close to airport is the closest property to Nanaimo Arpt Airport (0.0 km away from Nanaimo Arpt Airport).

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