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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to Salinas, CA from C$ 197

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — SFO
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanaimo to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Fri 11/95:45 a.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Tue 15/91:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop6h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 6/4C$ 367
Tue 28/45:45 a.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Sat 2/51:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YCD
2 stops26h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 5/4C$ 431

Find flight deals from Nanaimo to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nanaimo to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 367

One-way from

C$ 197

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 935
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 11/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 00m total
  • Nanaimo to Salinas
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 18/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Nanaimo to Salinas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price (C$ 302 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 11/9

5:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

6:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

C$ 374

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 28/4

5:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

1:00 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops26h 10m

C$ 431
Cheapest one-way

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 18/5

5:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 197

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 24/5

5:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 206
Quickest one-way

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 22/5

5:50 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 30m

C$ 223

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 6/6

5:50 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 30m

C$ 227

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 22/5

3:45 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

3 stops20h 15m

C$ 320

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Salinas (average of C$ 97). Flying from Nanaimo to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 163). 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 Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated 9 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Canada from Nanaimo to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,907 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Food

6.3

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paula,Mar 2026

YVR - PSP

Everything was OK, but we waited on the tarmac for an hour and 20 minutes after landing because there was no available gate. This is a daily occurrence at the Palm Springs airport, and happens with Air Canada and WestJet constantly.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,907 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,907 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Food

6.3

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Paula,Mar 2026

YVR - PSP

Everything was OK, but we waited on the tarmac for an hour and 20 minutes after landing because there was no available gate. This is a daily occurrence at the Palm Springs airport, and happens with Air Canada and WestJet constantly.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nanaimo to Salinas?

    Located just 13.7 km from the city centre, Nanaimo Arpt is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Salinas from Nanaimo. Booking flights from Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) to Salinas should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Salinas from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Nanaimo to Salinas?

    Departing from Nanaimo to Salinas will take you 6h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1276 km.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to Salinas (average of C$ 97). Flying from Nanaimo to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 163). 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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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 273AverageC$ 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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