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Cheap flights from Montreal to Nanaimo from C$ 359

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — YCD
24 Jun — 1 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Montreal to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 May 2026.

Fri 11/97:30 a.m.
YUL
-
YCD
1 stop6h 30m
Air Canada
Sat 26/95:50 a.m.
YCD
-
YUL
1 stop6h 39m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5C$ 550
Mon 14/98:00 p.m.
YUL
-
YCD
1 stop7h 30m
WestJet
Mon 21/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YUL
2 stops12h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 24/5C$ 561
Tue 15/97:15 a.m.
YUL
-
YCD
2 stops10h 55m
WestJet
Tue 22/98:20 p.m.
YCD
-
YUL
1 stop7h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 20/5C$ 586
Wed 30/96:45 a.m.
YUL
-
YCD
2 stops11h 05m
WestJet
Sun 4/108:20 p.m.
YCD
-
YUL
1 stop7h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 23/5C$ 604

Find flight deals from Montreal to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montreal (YMQ) 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 25 May 2026.

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C$ 561

One-way from

C$ 359

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December

Cheapest in

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Average price

C$ 569
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 14/9-21/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 19h 50m total
  • Montreal to Nanaimo
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 10/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 30m total
  • Montreal to Nanaimo
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 11/9

7:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop6h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 26/9

5:50 a.m.-3:29 p.m.

1 stop6h 39m

C$ 550

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 24/6

8:30 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 2/7

3:45 p.m.-4:02 p.m.

1 stop21h 17m

C$ 655

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 13/9

5:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop10h 00m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 20/9

8:20 p.m.-7:05 a.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 665

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 14/6

5:45 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

3 stops24h 25m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 11/7

5:45 a.m.-12:25 a.m.

3 stops15h 40m

C$ 752

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 18/6

6:20 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop23h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 26/6

3:45 p.m.-2:12 p.m.

2 stops19h 27m

C$ 765

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 9/7

5:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop10h 00m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 16/7

3:45 p.m.-7:05 a.m.

2 stops12h 20m

C$ 768
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 10/7

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

1 stop7h 30m

C$ 359

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 20/6

6:45 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

3 stops11h 25m

C$ 399

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 1/7

8:30 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

C$ 419

MontrealNanaimo

YUL - YCD

YULYCD

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 3/6

6:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

2 stops32h 15m

C$ 419

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Best time to book a flight from Montreal to Nanaimo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nanaimo from Montreal with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Montreal to Nanaimo

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Nanaimo (average of C$ 196). Flying from Montreal to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 774). 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’s the top layover airport for flights from Montreal to Nanaimo?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Montreal to Nanaimo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Vancouver (YVR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 84% of one-stop itineraries from Montreal to Nanaimo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Montreal to Nanaimo?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Montreal to Nanaimo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Calgary (YYC) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 625.

What’s the fastest layover option from Montreal to Nanaimo?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Montreal to Nanaimo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Vancouver (YVR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 18m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Montreal to Nanaimo?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Montreal to Nanaimo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Vancouver (YVR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 19m.

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 25 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with WestJet and Air Canada from Montreal 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
3,345 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

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
3,345 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,345 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

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
11,083 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,345 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

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..

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Montreal to Nanaimo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Montreal to Nanaimo, you will be flying into Nanaimo Arpt. Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is just 13.7 km from the centre of the city. Nanaimo Arpt is the only Nanaimo airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Montreal per day. 2 airlines have flights to Nanaimo Arpt from Montreal on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Montreal to Nanaimo?

    Departing from Montreal to Nanaimo will take you 6h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3732 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, WestJet (C$ 196), and Air Canada (C$ 431) offers the cheapest pricing from Montreal to Nanaimo.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Montreal 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 Montreal to Nanaimo?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Nanaimo (average of C$ 196). Flying from Montreal to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 774). 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 Montreal to Nanaimo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 196AverageC$ 615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 431AverageC$ 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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