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C$ 286+ Cheap flights to Nanaimo

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— YCD
11 Aug — 18 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nanaimo in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 July 2026.

Mon 14/93:30 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
3 stops26h 40m
WestJet
Mon 28/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 9/7C$ 433
Thu 17/96:35 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
3 stops23h 35m
WestJet
Mon 28/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 9/7C$ 435
Tue 15/93:30 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
3 stops26h 40m
WestJet
Tue 29/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops12h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 9/7C$ 443
Wed 9/95:20 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops10h 10m
WestJet
Mon 14/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 8/7C$ 450
Thu 24/96:35 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops8h 55m
WestJet
Thu 8/105:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 8/7C$ 453
Wed 23/910:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops8h 10m
WestJet
Tue 29/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops12h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 10/7C$ 454
Mon 21/99:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops9h 10m
WestJet
Tue 29/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
1 stop6h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 10/7C$ 457
Mon 21/97:00 a.m.
YHM
-
YCD
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/95:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YHM
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7C$ 527
Wed 9/96:10 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
1 stop9h 20m
WestJet
Wed 16/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YHM
2 stops22h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 7/7C$ 548
Thu 17/96:10 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
1 stop9h 20m
WestJet
Mon 28/95:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YHM
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 10/7C$ 555
Wed 23/96:10 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
1 stop9h 20m
WestJet
Wed 30/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YHM
2 stops22h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 10/7C$ 556
Tue 15/96:10 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
1 stop9h 20m
WestJet
Tue 29/95:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YHM
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 9/7C$ 558

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Find the latest flights to Nanaimo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 629,999 searches and data was last updated on 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 361

One-way from

C$ 286

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January

Average price

C$ 454
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 17/9-23/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 45m total
  • Toronto to Vancouver
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 25m total
  • Toronto to Nanaimo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price (C$ 115 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 24/9

8:00 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 28/9

3:45 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

1 stop12h 35m

C$ 435

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 25/9

10:50 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 00m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 28/9

3:45 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

2 stops11h 00m

C$ 463

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 23/9

9:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 27/9

3:45 p.m.-6:55 a.m.

2 stops12h 10m

C$ 485

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 1/10

8:00 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 5/10

3:45 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

2 stops11h 00m

C$ 493
Quickest round-trip

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 24/9

10:00 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 29/9

8:20 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 493

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 9/10

8:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 20/10

5:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop6h 45m

C$ 507

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 7/9

10:55 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops19h 15m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 10/9

3:45 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

2 stops11h 00m

C$ 511

HamiltonNanaimo

YHM - YCD

YHMYCD

Hamilton

Mon 21/9

7:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops35h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 28/9

5:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 527

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 16/9

9:30 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 30/9

3:45 p.m.-6:55 a.m.

2 stops12h 10m

C$ 528

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 11/9

9:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 13/9

3:45 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

2 stops11h 00m

C$ 535

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nanaimo

How long is the flight to Nanaimo?

On average, a flight from Toronto to Nanaimo takes 8 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Nanaimo from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Nanaimo?

The most popular airlines flying from Toronto to Nanaimo are WestJet and Air Canada.

WestJet
WestJet
From C$ 51
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 53
Pacific Coastal
Pacific Coastal
From C$ 322

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nanaimo?

The cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to Nanaimo are WestJet and Air Canada.

Rainfall in Nanaimo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 20.0 - 160.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nanaimo when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Nanaimo by month

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

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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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

The best time to book flights to Nanaimo is 44 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.

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 12 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown WestJet and Air Canada to Canada. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deb,Jan 2025

YYZ - YYC

Boarding went smoothly, you didn't accept debit card for food on flight
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,409 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deb,Jan 2025

YYZ - YYC

Boarding went smoothly, you didn't accept debit card for food on flight
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,331 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,409 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deb,Jan 2025

YYZ - YYC

Boarding went smoothly, you didn't accept debit card for food on flight

FAQs about flying to Nanaimo

  • 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, WestJet is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nanaimo.

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

    Nanaimo Arpt is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nanaimo. One-way flights to Nanaimo Arpt typically cost C$ 73, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 386.

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

    A round-trip flight to Nanaimo will typically cost around C$ 578, however they can be found for as little as C$ 386.

  • 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 30 minutes).

  • Does Nanaimo Arpt have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Nanaimo Arpt?

    Yes. Nanaimo Arpt has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Privacy on the Rivers edge is the closest property to Nanaimo Arpt (1.6 km away from Nanaimo Arpt).

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