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Cheap flights from Calgary to Nanaimo from C$ 97

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — YCD
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Calgary to Nanaimo Arpt are usually found in January or November, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Calgary to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Calgary to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 February 2026.

Sat 27/611:30 p.m.
YYC
-
YCD
Nonstop1h 52m
WestJet
Sat 4/77:55 p.m.
YCD
-
YYC
Nonstop1h 43m
WestJet
Deal found 3/2C$ 164
Fri 8/511:35 p.m.
YYC
-
YCD
Nonstop1h 55m
WestJet
Sun 10/55:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YYC
Nonstop1h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 178
Mon 22/611:30 p.m.
YYC
-
YCD
Nonstop1h 52m
WestJet
Mon 6/77:55 p.m.
YCD
-
YYC
Nonstop1h 43m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 180
Mon 1/61:00 p.m.
YYC
-
YCD
1 stop3h 10m
WestJet
Thu 11/68:20 p.m.
YCD
-
YYC
Nonstop1h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 186
Sat 6/61:00 p.m.
YYC
-
YCD
1 stop3h 10m
WestJet
Fri 12/68:20 p.m.
YCD
-
YYC
Nonstop1h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 2/2C$ 190
Wed 18/311:30 p.m.
YYC
-
YCD
Nonstop1h 59m
WestJet
Wed 25/311:55 a.m.
YCD
-
YYC
Nonstop1h 29m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 195
Wed 4/311:30 p.m.
YYC
-
YCD
Nonstop1h 59m
WestJet
Mon 9/311:55 a.m.
YCD
-
YYC
Nonstop1h 29m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 198

Find flight deals from Calgary to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Calgary (YYC) 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 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 164

One-way from

C$ 97

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 244

Good round-trip deal

C$ 180 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 146 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 27/6-4/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Calgary to Nanaimo
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 55m total
  • Calgary to Nanaimo
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Calgary

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Nanaimo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Sat 27/6

11:30 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

Nonstop1h 52m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 4/7

7:55 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 164

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Mon 22/6

6:30 p.m.-7:22 p.m.

Nonstop1h 52m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 6/7

7:55 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 182

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Sun 14/6

1:00 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop3h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 24/6

7:55 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 190

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Wed 18/3

11:30 p.m.-12:29 a.m.

Nonstop1h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 25/3

11:55 a.m.-2:24 p.m.

Nonstop1h 29m

C$ 195

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Wed 4/3

11:30 p.m.-12:29 a.m.

Nonstop1h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 9/3

11:55 a.m.-2:24 p.m.

Nonstop1h 29m

C$ 198

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Wed 4/3

10:20 a.m.-11:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 45m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 8/3

5:15 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 202

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Fri 8/5

8:10 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops8h 00m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 10/5

8:20 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 45m

C$ 202

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Wed 17/6

11:35 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 24/6

3:40 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

1 stop3h 20m

C$ 203

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Fri 22/5

11:35 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

C$ 97

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Thu 30/4

11:35 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

C$ 97

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Best time to book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Calgary to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Calgary to Nanaimo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo (average of C$ 63). Flying from Calgary to Nanaimo in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 102). 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 YYC to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from Calgary to Nanaimo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 February 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Calgary to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Calgary to Nanaimo flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 3 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with WestJet and Air Canada from Calgary to Nanaimo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,255 reviews
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Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,255 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,255 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,684 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,255 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    Nanaimo Arpt is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Nanaimo from Calgary. Booking flights from Calgary (YYC) to Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to Nanaimo from 2 different airlines. 1h 45m is how long a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo Arpt will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Calgary to Nanaimo flight route?

    Within the past month, 352 users have taken a look at flights from Calgary to Nanaimo Arpt.

  • How long is the flight from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    Departing from Calgary to Nanaimo will take you 1h 52m. There are 739 km between Calgary and Nanaimo. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 152, WestJet will fly you from Calgary 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$ 247. You may be able to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo for 51% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo consider choosing Delta (63%), KLM (63%) or WestJet Encore (52%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Calgary to Nanaimo? While on average our users pay C$ 223, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 57. The most popular route (Calgary - Nanaimo Arpt), is priced around C$ 213.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Calgary 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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo (average of C$ 63). Flying from Calgary to Nanaimo in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 102). 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 Calgary to Nanaimo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Calgary to Nanaimo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 3 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 152AverageC$ 330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 247AverageC$ 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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