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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo from C$ 244

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 4/6. 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.
YOW — YCD
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Ottawa to Nanaimo Arpt are usually found in October or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Nanaimo (YCD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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October

Average price

C$ 836

Round-trip from

C$ 197
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

Saturday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 51%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

Users have found that booking a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo at least 37 days early can save you up to 61% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 37 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo for as little as C$ 312 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as C$ 610 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

October can be a great time to fly to Nanaimo from Ottawa with a flight ticket averaging about C$ 339. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of October for as cheap as C$ 118. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo (YOW - YCD)?

It’s optimal to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 4% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap WestJet flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by WestJet for the route between Ottawa and Nanaimo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Fri 24/56:15 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop10h 00mWestJet
Fri 31/57:50 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 07mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 606
Thu 1/86:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops10h 15mWestJet
Sun 18/89:45 a.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops11h 52mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 698
Thu 1/86:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops10h 15mWestJet
Sun 18/81:45 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop7h 59mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 702
Thu 30/56:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop8h 04mWestJet
Sat 1/67:00 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops16h 38mWestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 704
Thu 1/87:55 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop7h 24mWestJet
Sun 18/81:45 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop7h 59mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 736
Thu 30/59:35 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops16h 29mWestJet
Sat 1/67:00 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops16h 38mWestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 743
Thu 1/86:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops10h 15mWestJet
Sun 18/81:45 p.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops14h 07mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 787

Cheap Ottawa to Nanaimo flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Ottawa to Nanaimo specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Fri 24/511:55 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops30h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:50 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 543
Fri 24/56:15 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 575
Fri 24/56:15 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop10h 00mWestJet
Fri 31/57:50 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 07mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 606
Fri 24/59:35 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops16h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 609
Fri 24/58:15 p.m.YOW - YCD
3 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 691
Thu 30/59:45 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop13h 39mAir Canada
Sat 1/66:00 a.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop7h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 23/4C$ 699
Thu 30/56:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop8h 04mWestJet
Sat 1/67:00 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops16h 38mWestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 704
Thu 30/59:35 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops16h 29mWestJet
Sat 1/67:00 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops16h 38mWestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 743

Ottawa to Nanaimo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ottawa and Nanaimo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Tue 4/66:15 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop12h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/67:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 534
Fri 24/511:55 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops30h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:50 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 543
Tue 4/67:20 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/67:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 550
Fri 24/56:15 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 575
Tue 4/67:20 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/67:50 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops15h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 580
Fri 24/56:15 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop10h 00mWestJet
Fri 31/57:50 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 07mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 606
Fri 24/59:35 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops16h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 609
Tue 4/67:20 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/611:50 a.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops17h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 621
Fri 24/58:15 p.m.YOW - YCD
3 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/57:55 a.m.YCD - YOW
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 691

One-way flights to Nanaimo from Ottawa

Search for one-way flight options from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Tue 4/66:15 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop12h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 244
Tue 4/67:20 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 261
Tue 4/67:20 a.m.YOW - YCD
3 stops14h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 352
Thu 1/86:55 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 376
Thu 1/86:55 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 379
Thu 1/88:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
3 stops13h 28mWestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 437

Find flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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C$ 534 - C$ 702

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OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Tue 4/6

1 stop12h 11m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 14/6

1 stop8h 55m

C$ 534

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 24/5

2 stops30h 31m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 31/5

1 stop8h 07m

C$ 543

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Tue 4/6

2 stops11h 06m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 14/6

1 stop8h 55m

C$ 550

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 24/5

1 stop10h 00m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 31/5

3 stops13h 49m

C$ 575

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Tue 4/6

2 stops11h 06m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 14/6

2 stops15h 41m

C$ 580

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 24/5

1 stop10h 00m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 31/5

1 stop8h 07m

C$ 606

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Thu 1/8

2 stops10h 15m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 18/8

2 stops11h 52m

C$ 698

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Thu 30/5

1 stop13h 39m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 1/6

1 stop7h 36m

C$ 699

OttawaNanaimo Arpt

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Thu 1/8

2 stops10h 15m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 18/8

1 stop7h 59m

C$ 702

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Nanaimo flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip from Ottawa to Nanaimo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo is currently C$ 342 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 610. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo (average of C$ 238). Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 455). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

C$ 326

February

C$ 346

March

C$ 623

April

C$ 517

May

C$ 398

June

C$ 349

July

C$ 476

August

C$ 485

September

C$ 360

October

C$ 335

November

C$ 365

December

C$ 368

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

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 25 April 2024.
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,985 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.2

Food

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

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,985 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,985 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.2

Food

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

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,857 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,985 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.2

Food

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

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo for under C$ 600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo for under C$ 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just C$ 534, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 652.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 606, WestJet will fly you from Ottawa to Nanaimo and back. In addition to WestJet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air Canada for as low as C$ 699. WestJet is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does YOW to YCD mean?

    YOW stands for Ottawa Airport, while YCD stands for Nanaimo Arpt Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Ottawa to Nanaimo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Ottawa to Nanaimo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Nanaimo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Ottawa to Nanaimo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Ottawa to Nanaimo flight deals updated?

    The Ottawa to Nanaimo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 327AverageC$ 730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 436AverageC$ 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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