How long is the flight from Whistler to Nanaimo?

Airlines like WestJet fly from Whistler to Nanaimo in about 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Whistler and Nanaimo are separated by a distance of 53 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 20.0 - 160.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nanaimo when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanaimo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Whistler to Nanaimo?

On average you can expect to pay C$ 138 for a flight from Whistler to Nanaimo. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 40 while the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Nanaimo Arpt) is currently priced at C$ 105.

What are the most reliable airlines from Whistler to Nanaimo?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Whistler to Nanaimo are WestJet Encore (94%), WestJet (94%) and Aeromexico (94%).

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

Most people fly into Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they book a flight to Nanaimo from Whistler. On average, Nanaimo Arpt has 10 inbound flights from Whistler per day from 2 airlines. Nanaimo Arpt is conveniently located just 13.7 km from Nanaimo’s city centre.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Whistler to Nanaimo?

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Whistler 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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Average price	C$ 165

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1h 10m total
Whistler to Nanaimo

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Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

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

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 13/9

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

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 79

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YVR Vancouver Intl - YCD Nanaimo Arpt

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Thu 22/10

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

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 26/10

3:50 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 40m

C$ 96

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YVR Vancouver Intl - YCD Nanaimo Arpt

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Tue 15/9

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

Nonstop0h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 22/9

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

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 101

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Mon 14/9

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

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C$ 101

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Mon 28/9

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

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Wed 30/9

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

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 130

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

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Thu 10/9

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

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 156

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Thu 24/9

12:55 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops6h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 27/9

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

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 184

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10:40 p.m.-10:05 a.m.

2 stops11h 25m

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WH1 to YCD?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Whistler to Nanaimo in the morning. 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 evening.

Weekly flight availability from Whistler to Nanaimo

The most flights from WH1 to YCD are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Whistler to Nanaimo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Whistler to Nanaimo flights typically cost between C$ 134 and C$ 234 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 65 on WestJet (10 Sep-13 Sep).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with WestJet and Air Canada from Whistler 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.

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Blaine,Dec 2025

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YYC - YVR

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanaimo from Whistler?
Most people fly into Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they book a flight to Nanaimo from Whistler. On average, Nanaimo Arpt has 10 inbound flights from Whistler 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 Whistler to Nanaimo?
Airlines like WestJet fly from Whistler to Nanaimo in about 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Whistler and Nanaimo are separated by a distance of 53 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the most reliable airlines from Whistler to Nanaimo?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Whistler to Nanaimo are WestJet Encore (94%), WestJet (94%) and Aeromexico (94%).
What are the cheapest flights from Whistler to Nanaimo?
On average you can expect to pay C$ 138 for a flight from Whistler to Nanaimo. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 40 while the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Nanaimo Arpt) is currently priced at C$ 105.
Can I find deals for flights from Whistler to Nanaimo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Whistler to Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Whistler to Nanaimo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Whistler to Nanaimo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Whistler to Nanaimo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Whistler 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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Air Canada	CheapestC$ 52	AverageC$ 115	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights

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A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Whistler to Nanaimo in the morning. 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 evening.

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The most flights from WH1 to YCD are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Whistler to Nanaimo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Whistler to Nanaimo flights typically cost between C$ 134 and C$ 234 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 65 on WestJet (10 Sep-13 Sep).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

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Whistler to Nanaimo flights typically cost between C$ 134 and C$ 234 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 65 on WestJet (10 Sep-13 Sep).