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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to Ottawa from C$ 169

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — YOW
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 747

One-way from

C$ 169

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 411
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 14/12-28/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 19m total
  • Nanaimo to Ottawa
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 1/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 18m total
  • Nanaimo to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 17 September 2025.

Tue 23/93:40 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops12h 05mWestJet
Wed 8/106:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops12h 10mWestJet
Deal found 15/9C$ 631
Tue 23/99:05 a.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop8h 48mAir Canada
Wed 8/106:00 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop17h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 15/9C$ 736
Sun 14/123:40 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops22h 13mWestJet
Sun 28/126:00 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops12h 06mWestJet
Deal found 16/9C$ 747
Thu 23/107:57 p.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/106:55 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 751
Sun 14/126:00 a.m.YCD - YOW
1 stop6h 45mAir Canada
Sun 28/125:50 p.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop6h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 16/9C$ 857

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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 17 September 2025.
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Nanaimo

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Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 14/12

3:40 p.m.-4:53 p.m.

2 stops22h 13m

Ottawa

Sun 28/12

6:00 a.m.-3:06 p.m.

2 stops12h 06m

C$ 747

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 23/10

7:57 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop14h 03m

Ottawa

Mon 27/10

6:55 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop8h 44m

C$ 751

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 14/12

6:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 45m

Ottawa

Sun 28/12

5:50 p.m.-9:36 p.m.

1 stop6h 46m

C$ 857

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 23/10

3:40 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

2 stops12h 05m

Ottawa

Mon 27/10

7:15 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

2 stops22h 53m

C$ 930

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 1/11

3:00 p.m.-12:18 a.m.

1 stop6h 18m

C$ 169

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 22/12

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

2 stops33h 47m

C$ 498

NanaimoOttawa

YCD - YOW

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 22/12

11:55 a.m.-2:27 p.m.

1 stop23h 32m

C$ 570

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Deals found on 16/9

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Nanaimo to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 YCD to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Nanaimo to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Nanaimo to Ottawa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

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 17 September 2025.
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
3,095 reviews
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Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

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
3,095 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,095 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

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
10,000 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,095 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

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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  • How long is the flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa?

    A quick flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa can take about 6h 45m. WestJet provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 857. Airlines will cover a distance of 3602 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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$ 306. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air Canada. These flights start at 39% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Nanaimo to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 306AverageC$ 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 379AverageC$ 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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