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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo from C$ 45

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — YCD
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2025.

Sat 22/112:30 p.m.YVR - YCD
Nonstop0h 38mWestJet
Sat 29/113:40 p.m.YCD - YVR
Nonstop0h 36mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 106
Thu 4/125:30 a.m.YVR - YCD
1 stop5h 50mWestJet
Sun 7/123:40 p.m.YCD - YVR
Nonstop0h 36mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 225

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 30 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 106

One-way from

C$ 45

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 96
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 22/11-29/11
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 14m total
  • Vancouver to Nanaimo
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 25/1
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 36m total
  • Vancouver to Nanaimo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 48% potential increase in price (C$ 249 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 32% potential price decrease (C$ 67 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Vancouver Intl

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Nanaimo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Sat 22/11

2:30 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

Nonstop0h 38m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 29/11

3:40 p.m.-4:16 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

C$ 106

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/1

2:30 p.m.-3:06 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 11/1

3:40 p.m.-4:16 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

C$ 148

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 15/1

2:30 p.m.-3:06 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 19/1

3:40 p.m.-4:16 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

C$ 148

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Sat 22/11

8:55 a.m.-9:26 a.m.

Nonstop0h 31m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 29/11

3:00 p.m.-3:35 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 149

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/1

8:55 a.m.-9:26 a.m.

Nonstop0h 31m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 9/1

3:40 p.m.-4:16 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

C$ 149

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 16/1

2:30 p.m.-3:06 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 19/1

3:40 p.m.-4:16 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

C$ 151

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/12

2:30 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

Nonstop0h 38m

C$ 49

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Sat 17/1

2:30 p.m.-3:06 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

C$ 49

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 28/11

2:30 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

Nonstop0h 38m

C$ 50

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 21/11

2:30 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

Nonstop0h 38m

C$ 59

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo (average of C$ 47). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 641). 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 YVR to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 30 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 85% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 30 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with WestJet and Air Canada from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,152 reviews
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Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.1

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
3,152 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,152 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.1

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
10,381 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,152 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl?

    If you book a flight to Nanaimo from Vancouver Intl, you will be flying to Nanaimo Arpt, which is the city’s only airport. Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is located 13.7 km from the centre of Nanaimo. There are 3 flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo Arpt per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    A quick flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo can take about 38m. WestJet provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 106. The distance between Vancouver Intl Airport and Nanaimo is about 53 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 51, WestJet will fly you from Vancouver Intl Airport 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$ 92. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo are WestJet Encore (87%), WestJet (87%) and United Airlines (87%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo (average of C$ 47). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 641). 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 Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 30 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 51AverageC$ 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 92AverageC$ 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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