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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo from C$ 72

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 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — YCD
2 Aug — 9 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 July 2026.

Fri 31/72:35 p.m.
YVR
-
YCD
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Fri 7/83:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 2/7C$ 158
Wed 29/72:35 p.m.
YVR
-
YCD
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Wed 5/83:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 1/7C$ 160
Tue 28/72:35 p.m.
YVR
-
YCD
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Tue 4/83:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 30/6C$ 163
Thu 1/102:35 p.m.
YVR
-
YCD
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Sat 3/103:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 30/6C$ 194
Thu 27/82:35 p.m.
YVR
-
YCD
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Sat 29/82:30 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
1 stop4h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 29/6C$ 263
Tue 4/85:00 p.m.
YVR
-
YCD
2 stops7h 30m
WestJet
Wed 19/83:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 28/6C$ 275
Sat 8/89:15 a.m.
YVR
-
YCD
1 stop4h 40m
WestJet
Sat 8/83:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
Nonstop0h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 1/7C$ 294
Wed 29/72:35 p.m.
YVR
-
YCD
Nonstop0h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/83:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
1 stop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7C$ 301
Sat 8/87:40 a.m.
YVR
-
YCD
Nonstop0h 30m
Air Canada
Sat 8/82:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YVR
Nonstop0h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/7C$ 308

Find flight deals from Vancouver to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 3 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 158

One-way from

C$ 72

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Cheapest in

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Average price

C$ 389
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 31/7-7/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Vancouver to Nanaimo
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 31/7
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Nanaimo
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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Wed 29/7

2:35 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 5/8

3:45 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 160

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 14/8

2:35 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 17/8

3:45 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 163

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 27/8

2:35 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 29/8

3:45 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 163

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 1/10

2:35 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/10

3:45 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 194

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Tue 28/7

5:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

2 stops7h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 4/8

3:45 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 273

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Tue 4/8

5:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

2 stops7h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 19/8

3:45 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 275
Quickest round-trip

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Wed 29/7

7:40 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop0h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 5/8

2:45 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 308

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Sat 8/8

9:15 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop4h 40m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 8/8

3:45 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 314

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 31/7

2:35 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 7/8

12:50 p.m.-7:40 p.m.

2 stops6h 50m

C$ 315
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 31/7

2:35 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 72

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 3 July 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver 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.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Nanaimo

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Nanaimo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 July 2026.

The most flights from 8CA to YCD are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 3 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with WestJet and Air Canada from Vancouver to Nanaimo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,393 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

YVR - PVR

I didn't realize there would be no in-flight screens to watch a movie...so I just stared outside for 5 hours or slept. Oops. It's fine, I just didn't realize! It might be grrrrrreat if they sold headsets that were compatible with iphones...the earphones they have don't fit my phone, my bad anyways, I should have prepped better.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,393 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,393 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

YVR - PVR

I didn't realize there would be no in-flight screens to watch a movie...so I just stared outside for 5 hours or slept. Oops. It's fine, I just didn't realize! It might be grrrrrreat if they sold headsets that were compatible with iphones...the earphones they have don't fit my phone, my bad anyways, I should have prepped better.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,287 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,393 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

YVR - PVR

I didn't realize there would be no in-flight screens to watch a movie...so I just stared outside for 5 hours or slept. Oops. It's fine, I just didn't realize! It might be grrrrrreat if they sold headsets that were compatible with iphones...the earphones they have don't fit my phone, my bad anyways, I should have prepped better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver 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?

    Most people fly into Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they book a flight to Nanaimo from Vancouver. On average, Nanaimo Arpt has 9 inbound flights from Vancouver per day from 2 airlines. Nanaimo Arpt is conveniently located just 13.7 km from Nanaimo’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Nanaimo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver to Nanaimo in 35m. Fly via WestJet to get the fastest option. The distance from Vancouver to Nanaimo is about 53 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver to Nanaimo is WestJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 51 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air Canada, starting at C$ 54. Users have found that WestJet is 85% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Consider WestJet Encore (96%), WestJet (96%) or Aeromexico (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Vancouver to Nanaimo.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 73. While the most popular route (Vancouver Intl - Nanaimo Arpt) can be booked for C$ 194 on average, our data indicates C$ 89 when flying from Vancouver to Nanaimo.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Vancouver to Nanaimo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver 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 3 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 51AverageC$ 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 54AverageC$ 118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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