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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to Ottawa from C$ 259

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — YOW
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanaimo to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Sun 12/45:50 a.m.
YCD
-
YOW
1 stop7h 03m
Air Canada
Sun 19/46:00 p.m.
YOW
-
YCD
1 stop6h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/3C$ 554
Sat 18/45:50 a.m.
YCD
-
YOW
1 stop7h 03m
Air Canada
Sat 25/46:00 p.m.
YOW
-
YCD
1 stop6h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/3C$ 594
Tue 14/43:00 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
1 stop12h 45m
Air Canada
Fri 17/48:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YCD
2 stops16h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/3C$ 601
Fri 8/53:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Sat 9/56:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YCD
2 stops9h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 19/3C$ 623
Mon 5/103:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YOW
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Thu 8/107:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YCD
2 stops10h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 20/3C$ 724

Find flight deals from Nanaimo to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nanaimo (YCD) to Ottawa (YOW). 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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 554

One-way from

C$ 259

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 981
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 12/4-19/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 38m total
  • Nanaimo to Ottawa
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 9/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 03m total
  • Nanaimo to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price (C$ 284 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nanaimo to Ottawa 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 23 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 8/5

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

2 stops20h 35m

Ottawa

Sat 9/5

6:15 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

2 stops9h 15m

C$ 623
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 9/4

5:50 a.m.-3:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 03m

C$ 268

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 12/4

5:50 a.m.-3:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 03m

C$ 281

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 14/8

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

3 stops10h 50m

C$ 357

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 14/8

5:50 a.m.-4:49 p.m.

1 stop7h 59m

C$ 358

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 12/4

3:40 p.m.-8:25 a.m.

2 stops13h 45m

C$ 383

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 9/4

3:40 p.m.-6:23 p.m.

2 stops23h 43m

C$ 413

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 9/4

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

1 stop20h 04m

C$ 446

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 2/4

5:50 a.m.-3:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 03m

C$ 462

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 7/4

3:40 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

3 stops29h 59m

C$ 472

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Best time to book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa (average of C$ 126). Flying from Nanaimo to Ottawa in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 251). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated 23 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with WestJet and Air Canada from Nanaimo to Ottawa 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
3,300 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,300 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,300 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,835 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,300 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nanaimo to Ottawa. 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 Nanaimo to Ottawa?

    A quick flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa can take about 20h 35m. WestJet provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 623. Airlines will cover a distance of 3602 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Nanaimo to Ottawa round-trip from C$ 341. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air Canada. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa (average of C$ 126). Flying from Nanaimo to Ottawa in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 251). 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 Nanaimo to Ottawa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Nanaimo to Ottawa. 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 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 341AverageC$ 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 353AverageC$ 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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