How long is the flight from California to Nanaimo?

For as low as C$ 409, Air Canada can have you in Nanaimo from California in 4h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1276 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from California to Nanaimo?

The most popular route from California to Nanaimo is San Francisco - Nanaimo Arpt. You may also consider San Jose - Nanaimo Arpt or Los Angeles Los Angeles - Nanaimo Arpt.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Nanaimo as you normally would.

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

Located just 13.7 km from the city centre, Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nanaimo from California.

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

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

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

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Round-trip from	C$ 329
One-way from	C$ 117
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	October
Average price	C$ 398

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13h 45m total
California to Nanaimo

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7h 40m total
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Mon 19/10

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C$ 171

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4:40 p.m.-1:55 a.m.

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C$ 190

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5:00 p.m.-1:55 a.m.

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Nanaimo Arpt

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Mon 19/10

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C$ 255

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Tue 29/9

6:35 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 25m

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11:40 a.m.-6:31 p.m.

1 stop6h 51m

C$ 409

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SFO San Francisco - YCD Nanaimo Arpt

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1:00 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

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Nanaimo Arpt

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3:25 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 30m

C$ 409

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nanaimo (average of C$ 545). Flying from California to Nanaimo in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,348). 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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What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanaimo from California?
Located just 13.7 km from the city centre, Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nanaimo from California.
How long is the flight from California to Nanaimo?
For as low as C$ 409, Air Canada can have you in Nanaimo from California in 4h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1276 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most popular routes from California to Nanaimo?
The most popular route from California to Nanaimo is San Francisco - Nanaimo Arpt. You may also consider San Jose - Nanaimo Arpt or Los Angeles Los Angeles - Nanaimo Arpt.
Can I find deals for flights from California to Nanaimo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on California to Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from California to Nanaimo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Nanaimo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Nanaimo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Nanaimo?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nanaimo (average of C$ 545). Flying from California to Nanaimo in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,348). 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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