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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to Ottawa from C$ 180

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — YOW
9 Sep — 16 Sep1
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 10 August 2026.

Sun 13/93:45 p.m. -
2 stops10h 50m
Mon 21/96:15 p.m. -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 5/8C$ 387
Wed 30/93:45 p.m. -
2 stops10h 50m
Tue 13/108:15 p.m. -
2 stops21h 55m
Deal found 5/8C$ 433
Tue 22/93:45 p.m. -
2 stops10h 50m
Sun 27/96:15 p.m. -
2 stops47h 55m
Deal found 9/8C$ 435
Thu 29/105:15 a.m. -
1 stop8h 35m
Wed 4/115:45 p.m. -
1 stop9h 45m
Deal found 9/8C$ 442

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 10 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 387

One-way from

C$ 180

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 814
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 13/9-21/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 45m total
  • Nanaimo to Ottawa
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 3/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 50m total
  • Nanaimo to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 180 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 13/9

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

2 stops10h 50m

Ottawa

Mon 21/9

6:15 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops23h 55m

C$ 387

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 30/9

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

2 stops10h 50m

Ottawa

Tue 13/10

8:15 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops21h 55m

C$ 433

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 22/9

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

2 stops10h 50m

Ottawa

Sun 27/9

6:15 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops47h 55m

C$ 435
Quickest round-trip

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 29/10

11:50 a.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops9h 52m

Ottawa

Wed 4/11

5:45 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

1 stop9h 45m

C$ 461
Cheapest one-way

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/10

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

2 stops10h 50m

C$ 180

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 8/9

3:45 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

2 stops22h 55m

C$ 213

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 8/9

3:45 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

3 stops17h 45m

C$ 216
Quickest one-way

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 26/9

2:45 p.m.-12:53 a.m.

1 stop7h 08m

C$ 263

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 26/9

3:45 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops17h 45m

C$ 263

NanaimoOttawa

YCD Nanaimo Arpt - YOW Ottawa

YCDYOW

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/10

3:45 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops20h 10m

C$ 270

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Best time to book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa (average of C$ 431). Flying from Nanaimo to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,038). 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 10 August 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
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2023

YWG - YYZ

I hope there’s a complimentary wi-fi during flight if no entertainment is available. Also, the cabin is a little bit warm during the flight and it’s also late but I’m not worried about 20 mins late. It’s more of comfort I guess but the crews are awesome. The pilot did an amazing take off and landing.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,430 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2023

YWG - YYZ

I hope there’s a complimentary wi-fi during flight if no entertainment is available. Also, the cabin is a little bit warm during the flight and it’s also late but I’m not worried about 20 mins late. It’s more of comfort I guess but the crews are awesome. The pilot did an amazing take off and landing.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,460 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2023

YWG - YYZ

I hope there’s a complimentary wi-fi during flight if no entertainment is available. Also, the cabin is a little bit warm during the flight and it’s also late but I’m not worried about 20 mins late. It’s more of comfort I guess but the crews are awesome. The pilot did an amazing take off and landing.

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 10h 50m. WestJet provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 387. 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$ 347. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air Canada. These flights start at 49% 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?

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  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Ottawa (average of C$ 431). Flying from Nanaimo to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,038). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 347AverageC$ 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 384AverageC$ 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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