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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo from C$ 192

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YCD
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Nanaimo Arpt are usually found in January or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 354

One-way from

C$ 192

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 554
15/10-24/10
  • 15/10-24/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 13m total
  • Ottawa to Nanaimo
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 3/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 09m total
  • Ottawa to Nanaimo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 106 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 14 August 2025.

Thu 11/97:15 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/93:40 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 350
Wed 15/105:15 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops10h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/103:40 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 354
Mon 6/105:15 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops10h 09mWestJet
Mon 20/103:00 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop6h 40mWestJet
Deal found 13/8C$ 356
Wed 3/96:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops12h 10mWestJet
Sun 7/93:40 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops12h 05mWestJet
Deal found 12/8C$ 367
Tue 16/97:15 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop8h 14mWestJet
Sun 28/93:40 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops12h 05mWestJet
Deal found 12/8C$ 372
Wed 15/106:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops12h 09mWestJet
Fri 24/1010:26 a.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops10h 56mWestJet
Deal found 13/8C$ 374
Fri 28/115:45 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop9h 47mWestJet
Mon 1/125:15 a.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 38mWestJet
Deal found 13/8C$ 380

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo that are best for you.

Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

Nanaimo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Wed 15/10

5:15 p.m.-12:24 a.m.

2 stops10h 09m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 24/10

3:40 p.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop20h 04m

C$ 354

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Mon 6/10

5:15 p.m.-12:24 a.m.

2 stops10h 09m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 20/10

3:00 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop6h 40m

C$ 356

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Mon 20/10

5:15 p.m.-12:24 a.m.

2 stops10h 09m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 27/10

3:40 p.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop20h 04m

C$ 361

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Wed 15/10

6:00 a.m.-3:09 p.m.

2 stops12h 09m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 24/10

10:26 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops10h 56m

C$ 374

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 28/11

5:45 p.m.-12:32 a.m.

1 stop9h 47m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 1/12

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

1 stop8h 38m

C$ 380

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Mon 20/10

6:00 a.m.-3:09 p.m.

2 stops12h 09m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 27/10

11:55 a.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops9h 47m

C$ 390

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 3/10

5:15 p.m.-12:24 a.m.

2 stops10h 09m

C$ 192

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sat 4/10

6:00 a.m.-3:09 p.m.

3 stops36h 09m

C$ 205

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sun 14/9

6:30 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop23h 40m

C$ 221

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sun 14/9

5:15 a.m.-10:59 a.m.

2 stops8h 44m

C$ 223

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 14/8

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

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 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo, you should look to book at least 73 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo (average of C$ 208). Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 394). 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 YOW to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa 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 14 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

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

Calgary (YYC) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 69% of one-stop itineraries from Ottawa to Nanaimo on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Ottawa 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$ 532.

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

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

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 35m.

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

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

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 08m.

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 14 August 2025.
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
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,015 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,949 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at C$ 326, 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$ 340. WestJet is 42% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo (average of C$ 208). Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 394). 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 14 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 326AverageC$ 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 340AverageC$ 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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