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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area from C$ 200

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — SFO
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

Sat 31/13:40 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/210:15 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 248
Thu 15/110:10 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop5h 25mAir Canada
Sat 17/111:20 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop10h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12C$ 303
Thu 15/13:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/110:59 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops15h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 464
Sat 31/13:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
2 stops20h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/21:25 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops24h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 579

Find flight deals from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 248

One-way from

C$ 200

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 413
31/1-7/2
  • 31/1-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 40m total
  • Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 30/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 50m total
  • Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Fly from

Nanaimo

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 31/1

3:40 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

1 stop17h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

10:15 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop4h 50m

C$ 248

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 15/1

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

1 stop5h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

11:20 a.m.-9:36 p.m.

1 stop10h 16m

C$ 303

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 15/1

3:00 p.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop6h 49m

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

10:59 p.m.-2:21 p.m.

2 stops15h 22m

C$ 464

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 31/1

3:00 p.m.-11:43 a.m.

2 stops20h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

1:25 p.m.-2:21 p.m.

2 stops24h 56m

C$ 579

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 30/1

3:00 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 50m

C$ 200

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 30/1

3:40 p.m.-10:17 p.m.

2 stops30h 37m

C$ 416

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 1/1

11:50 a.m.-9:46 a.m.

2 stops45h 56m

C$ 874

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 1/1

5:15 a.m.-12:12 p.m.

1 stop6h 57m

C$ 1,210

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Deals found on 16/12

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area (average of C$ 54). Flying from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 131). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 64% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated 18 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area, such as WestJet and Air Canada. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,204 reviews
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Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

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
3,204 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,204 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

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
10,534 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,204 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 13.7 km journey to Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) from Nanaimo’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Airlines like Air Canada and United Airlines fly from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area in about 5h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 24m. Nanaimo and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 1276 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area (average of C$ 54). Flying from Nanaimo to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 131). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 256AverageC$ 417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 298AverageC$ 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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