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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo from C$ 231

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YCD
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Sat 9/57:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YCD
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Sat 23/53:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
3 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 30/3C$ 436
Tue 2/67:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YCD
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Fri 5/63:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 29/3C$ 510
Thu 16/46:00 a.m.
YOW
-
YCD
1 stop8h 19m
WestJet
Fri 24/43:40 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
2 stops30h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 29/3C$ 545
Sat 2/54:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YCD
2 stops25h 55m
WestJet
Wed 6/53:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
2 stops22h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 30/3C$ 550
Thu 3/96:00 a.m.
YOW
-
YCD
1 stop7h 05m
WestJet
Tue 8/98:20 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 31/3C$ 584
Thu 3/97:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YCD
2 stops9h 35m
WestJet
Mon 7/93:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 31/3C$ 585
Sat 9/55:05 a.m.
YOW
-
YCD
1 stop6h 25m
Air Canada
Sat 23/52:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
1 stop7h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/3C$ 586

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) 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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 436

One-way from

C$ 233

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Average price

C$ 766
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 9/5-23/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Ottawa to Nanaimo
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 50m total
  • Ottawa to Nanaimo
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sat 9/5

7:20 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

3 stops10h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 23/5

3:45 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

3 stops10h 50m

C$ 495

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Tue 2/6

7:20 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops10h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 5/6

3:45 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops10h 50m

C$ 510

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sat 2/5

4:15 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops25h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 6/5

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

2 stops20h 35m

C$ 550
Quickest round-trip

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 4/9

8:15 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 15m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 8/9

8:20 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 584

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sat 9/5

5:05 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop6h 25m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 23/5

2:45 p.m.-12:55 a.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 586

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Thu 3/9

8:15 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 15m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 7/9

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

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 593

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Thu 20/8

7:20 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops10h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 31/8

8:20 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 603

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Thu 16/4

5:45 p.m.-12:26 a.m.

1 stop9h 41m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 24/4

5:15 a.m.-4:53 p.m.

1 stop8h 38m

C$ 625
Cheapest one-way

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Tue 2/6

7:20 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops10h 50m

C$ 233

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sun 3/5

7:20 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops10h 50m

C$ 234

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo, you should look to book at least 17 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo (average of C$ 145). Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 248). 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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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 1 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo, such as WestJet and Air Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,308 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

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
3,308 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,308 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

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
10,873 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,308 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

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

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

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    Airlines like WestJet fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo in about 10h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Ottawa and Nanaimo is about 3602 km.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 327, WestJet will fly you from Ottawa 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$ 389. WestJet is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo (average of C$ 145). Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 248). 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 Ottawa to Nanaimo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa 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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 327AverageC$ 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 389AverageC$ 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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