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Cheap flights to Nanaimo from C$ 280

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 28/5. 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
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

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 508,915 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 180

Round-trip from

C$ 175

One-way from

C$ 280
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% 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 508,915 searches and data was last updated on 27 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.
Tue 14/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 508
Wed 22/58:30 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops21h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 548
Thu 23/57:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 553
Tue 14/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 557
Thu 23/57:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/611:50 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 559
Tue 28/59:45 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops16h 19mWestJet
Sat 1/67:00 p.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop8h 11mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 567
Wed 22/58:30 p.m.YYZ - YCD
3 stops21h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 579
Wed 22/58:30 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops21h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop13h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 582
Tue 28/56:30 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop7h 34mWestJet
Sat 1/67:00 p.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop8h 11mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 589

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 508,915 searches and data were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to Nanaimo in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 14/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 508
Mon 10/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/611:50 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 516
Mon 10/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop11h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 546
Wed 22/58:30 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops21h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 548
Thu 23/57:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 553
Tue 14/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 557
Thu 23/57:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/611:50 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 559
Tue 28/59:45 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops16h 19mWestJet
Sat 1/67:00 p.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop8h 11mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 567
Wed 22/58:30 p.m.YYZ - YCD
3 stops21h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 579

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 508,915 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Nanaimo departing last-minute. Tip: double check your flight details before making your reservation.
Fri 3/510:30 p.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop19h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 713
Fri 3/58:35 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 716
Mon 6/57:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/57:00 p.m.YCD - YYZ
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 766
Fri 3/57:15 p.m.YYZ - YCD
3 stops18h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 779
Mon 6/57:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 832
Fri 3/57:15 p.m.YYZ - YCD
3 stops18h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/57:55 a.m.YCD - YYZ
3 stops11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 854
Mon 6/510:15 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops15h 49mWestJet
Wed 8/57:00 p.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops8h 52mWestJet
Deal found 26/4C$ 977
Mon 6/59:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop7h 15mWestJet
Sat 7/97:00 p.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops8h 06mWestJet
Deal found 26/4C$ 988
Mon 6/59:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop7h 15mWestJet
Mon 9/97:00 p.m.YCD - YYZ
2 stops8h 06mWestJet
Deal found 26/4C$ 997

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 508,915 searches and data was last updated on 27 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.
Tue 28/59:45 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops16h 19mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 280
Thu 23/57:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4C$ 281
Tue 7/52:00 p.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 287
Tue 28/59:00 a.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop7h 15mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 299
Wed 29/510:15 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops15h 49mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 301
Sun 26/59:45 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops16h 19mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 302
Sat 25/59:45 p.m.YYZ - YCD
2 stops16h 19mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 307
Wed 8/56:15 p.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 313
Wed 29/51:30 p.m.YYZ - YCD
1 stop8h 49mWestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 314

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$ 298 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 578. Price data was last updated on 21 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$ 325

February

C$ 346

March

C$ 622

April

C$ 516

May

C$ 397

June

C$ 348

July

C$ 475

August

C$ 484

September

C$ 359

October

C$ 335

November

C$ 365

December

C$ 367

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 21 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 27 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Pacific Coastal, WestJet 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
2,981 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

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
2,981 reviews
7.5
Good
2,981 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

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
6,864 reviews
7.5
Good
2,981 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

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$ 77, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 325.

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

    A round-trip flight to Nanaimo will typically cost around C$ 255, however they can be found for as little as C$ 238.

  • 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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