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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to California from C$ 173

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — LAX
28 Nov — 5 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Nanaimo to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nanaimo to California flight deals. Data was last updated 29 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 334

One-way from

C$ 173

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 233
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 28/1-11/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 17m total
  • Nanaimo to California
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 28m total
  • Nanaimo to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (C$ 101 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Nanaimo to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanaimo to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Sun 14/126:00 a.m.YCD - LAX
1 stop5h 48mAir Canada
Wed 17/126:10 p.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop15h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 27/10C$ 474
Wed 26/115:15 a.m.YCD - LAX
1 stop16h 48mWestJet
Sun 30/115:45 p.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop6h 54mWestJet
Deal found 27/10C$ 475
Thu 18/1210:00 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop5h 35mAir Canada
Mon 5/111:20 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop6h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 29/10C$ 489
Mon 8/126:00 a.m.YCD - LAX
1 stop7h 24mAir Canada
Sun 4/16:30 a.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop11h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 28/10C$ 514
Sun 21/123:40 p.m.YCD - PSP
2 stops17h 38mWestJet
Sat 27/121:15 p.m.PSP - YCD
1 stop25h 53mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 521
Mon 8/123:40 p.m.YCD - LAX
1 stop19h 20mWestJet
Sun 4/17:20 p.m.LAX - YCD
2 stops29h 12mWestJet
Deal found 28/10C$ 567
Wed 24/1211:55 a.m.YCD - PSP
2 stops21h 38mWestJet
Sun 28/127:20 p.m.PSP - YCD
1 stop19h 48mWestJet
Deal found 28/10C$ 598
Wed 12/1111:55 a.m.YCD - LAS
1 stop6h 16mWestJet
Wed 19/111:10 p.m.LAS - YCD
1 stop25h 58mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 598
Wed 12/113:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop5h 34mAir Canada
Mon 17/117:30 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop6h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 28/10C$ 633
Sun 21/123:40 p.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1210:15 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop4h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 668
Wed 24/126:00 a.m.YCD - PSP
2 stops11h 15mAir Canada
Sun 28/125:15 a.m.PSP - YCD
2 stops28h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 26/10C$ 692
Sun 21/123:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1211:03 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 745

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

NanaimoPalm Springs

YCD - PSP

YCDPSP

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 28/1

5:15 a.m.-11:43 a.m.

1 stop6h 28m

Palm Springs

Wed 11/2

1:15 p.m.-3:04 p.m.

1 stop25h 49m

C$ 334

NanaimoLos Angeles

YCD - LAX

YCDLAX

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 29/1

5:15 a.m.-10:03 p.m.

1 stop16h 48m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/2

11:50 a.m.-3:04 p.m.

1 stop27h 14m

C$ 362

NanaimoLos Angeles

YCD - LAX

YCDLAX

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 13/3

11:55 a.m.-10:03 p.m.

1 stop10h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 25/3

7:20 p.m.-12:26 a.m.

2 stops29h 06m

C$ 398

NanaimoLos Angeles

YCD - LAX

YCDLAX

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 29/1

6:00 a.m.-1:24 p.m.

1 stop7h 24m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/2

6:10 p.m.-9:26 a.m.

1 stop15h 16m

C$ 411

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 18/12

10:00 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop5h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

11:20 a.m.-5:41 p.m.

1 stop6h 21m

C$ 489

NanaimoPalm Springs

YCD - PSP

YCDPSP

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 21/12

3:40 p.m.-9:18 a.m.

2 stops17h 38m

Palm Springs

Sat 27/12

1:15 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

1 stop25h 53m

C$ 521

NanaimoPalm Springs

YCD - PSP

YCDPSP

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 24/12

11:55 a.m.-9:33 a.m.

2 stops21h 38m

Palm Springs

Sun 28/12

7:20 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

1 stop19h 48m

C$ 598

NanaimoLas Vegas

YCD - LAS

YCDLAS

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 12/11

11:55 a.m.-6:11 p.m.

1 stop6h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 19/11

1:10 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

1 stop25h 58m

C$ 598

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 21/12

3:40 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops8h 14m

San Francisco

Sun 28/12

10:15 a.m.-3:08 p.m.

1 stop4h 53m

C$ 668

NanaimoPalm Springs

YCD - PSP

YCDPSP

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 24/12

6:00 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops11h 15m

Palm Springs

Sun 28/12

5:15 a.m.-9:26 a.m.

2 stops28h 11m

C$ 692

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nanaimo to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nanaimo to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to California (average of C$ 54). Flying from Nanaimo to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 154). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YCD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Nanaimo to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 October 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Nanaimo to California by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 29 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with WestJet and Air Canada from Nanaimo to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,148 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,148 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,148 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,372 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,148 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nanaimo to California?

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

  • How long is the flight from Nanaimo to California?

    For as low as C$ 489, WestJet can have you in California from Nanaimo in 5h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1276 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nanaimo to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 173. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Nanaimo to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Nanaimo to California?

    While some choose either Nanaimo Arpt - San Francisco or Nanaimo Arpt - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Nanaimo Arpt - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Nanaimo to California.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nanaimo to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to California (average of C$ 54). Flying from Nanaimo to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 154). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Nanaimo to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 211AverageC$ 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 246AverageC$ 386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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