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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to California from C$ 206

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — LAX
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 13 June 2026.

Sun 13/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
LAX
2 stops20h 40m
WestJet
Thu 17/97:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YCD
2 stops7h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 9/6C$ 372
Sat 19/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
LAX
2 stops20h 40m
WestJet
Tue 22/97:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YCD
2 stops7h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 7/6C$ 377
Sat 3/102:45 p.m.
YCD
-
PSP
2 stops19h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 5/105:15 a.m.
PSP
-
YCD
2 stops9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/6C$ 445
Sat 17/102:45 p.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop7h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 20/107:10 a.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop7h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/6C$ 446
Sat 17/105:50 a.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop4h 30m
Air Canada
Tue 20/107:35 p.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop12h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/6C$ 447
Thu 13/85:45 a.m.
YCD
-
LAS
2 stops10h 00m
WestJet
Mon 17/86:10 p.m.
LAS
-
YCD
1 stop6h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 9/6C$ 454
Thu 23/72:30 p.m.
YCD
-
SFO
2 stops21h 30m
WestJet
Thu 30/71:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop11h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 8/6C$ 474
Sat 3/103:25 p.m.
YCD
-
PSP
2 stops20h 45m
WestJet
Mon 5/101:00 p.m.
PSP
-
YCD
2 stops11h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 11/6C$ 479
Sat 31/106:00 a.m.
YCD
-
SNA
1 stop5h 26m
Air Canada
Tue 3/1112:25 p.m.
SNA
-
YCD
1 stop8h 01m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/6C$ 495
Sat 8/85:45 a.m.
YCD
-
LAX
1 stop6h 40m
WestJet
Sun 9/87:30 a.m.
LAX
-
YCD
2 stops7h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 11/6C$ 500
Sat 3/109:05 a.m.
YCD
-
PSP
2 stops11h 42m
Air Canada
Mon 5/105:15 a.m.
PSP
-
YCD
2 stops9h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/6C$ 551
Sat 19/95:50 a.m.
YCD
-
LAX
1 stop5h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 22/95:05 p.m.
LAX
-
YCD
1 stop5h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/6C$ 558

Find flight deals from Nanaimo to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nanaimo to California flight deals. Data was last updated 13 June 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 372

One-way from

C$ 206

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 363
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 13/9-17/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Nanaimo to California
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 12/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Nanaimo to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NanaimoLos Angeles

YCD - LAX

YCDLAX

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 19/9

3:45 p.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops20h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 22/9

7:30 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops7h 40m

C$ 377

NanaimoPalm Springs

YCD - PSP

YCDPSP

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/10

2:45 p.m.-10:09 a.m.

2 stops19h 24m

Palm Springs

Mon 5/10

5:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 00m

C$ 445

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 17/10

5:50 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

7:35 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop12h 55m

C$ 446

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 17/10

2:45 p.m.-9:48 p.m.

1 stop7h 03m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

7:10 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

1 stop7h 05m

C$ 446

NanaimoLos Angeles

YCD - LAX

YCDLAX

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 13/9

3:25 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 17/9

7:30 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops7h 40m

C$ 457

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 23/7

8:20 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 30/7

1:00 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop23h 00m

C$ 475

NanaimoPalm Springs

YCD - PSP

YCDPSP

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/10

3:25 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 45m

Palm Springs

Mon 5/10

1:10 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 35m

C$ 479

NanaimoSanta Ana

YCD - SNA

YCDSNA

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 31/10

6:00 a.m.-11:26 a.m.

1 stop5h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/11

12:25 p.m.-9:26 p.m.

1 stop8h 01m

C$ 495

NanaimoLas Vegas

YCD - LAS

YCDLAS

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 13/8

12:50 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops23h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 17/8

6:10 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops21h 00m

C$ 519

NanaimoPalm Springs

YCD - PSP

YCDPSP

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/10

9:05 a.m.-8:47 p.m.

2 stops11h 42m

Palm Springs

Mon 5/10

5:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 00m

C$ 551

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to California (average of C$ 212). Flying from Nanaimo to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 520). 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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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 13 June 2026.
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
3,357 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,357 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,357 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,168 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,357 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..

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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$ 446, WestJet can have you in California from Nanaimo in 4h 30m. 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 most popular routes from Nanaimo to California?

    While some choose either Nanaimo Arpt - Los Angeles Los Angeles or Nanaimo Arpt - Ontario, Nanaimo Arpt - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to California (average of C$ 212). Flying from Nanaimo to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 520). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 275AverageC$ 531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 287AverageC$ 390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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