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Cheap flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco from C$ 264

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 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YCD — SFO
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanaimo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Sun 1/36:00 a.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop4h 39m
Air Canada
Wed 4/37:30 a.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop6h 51m
Air Canada
Deal found 25/1C$ 409
Mon 9/33:40 p.m.
YCD
-
SFO
2 stops20h 30m
WestJet
Fri 13/31:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop22h 16m
WestJet
Deal found 26/1C$ 478
Sun 8/35:15 a.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 55m
WestJet
Fri 13/31:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YCD
2 stops26h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 26/1C$ 536
Mon 9/33:00 p.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Fri 13/37:30 a.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 580
Fri 20/23:00 p.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop6h 44m
Air Canada
Mon 23/26:52 p.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop14h 34m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/1C$ 601
Fri 20/23:40 p.m.
YCD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/26:30 a.m.
SFO
-
YCD
2 stops8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 640
Sun 8/33:00 p.m.
YCD
-
SFO
2 stops20h 39m
United Airlines
Fri 13/37:30 a.m.
SFO
-
YCD
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 656

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Round-trip from

C$ 409

One-way from

C$ 264

Popular in

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Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 540
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 1/3-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 30m total
  • Nanaimo to San Francisco
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 44m total
  • Nanaimo to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (C$ 222 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (C$ 50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 1/3

6:00 a.m.-10:39 a.m.

1 stop4h 39m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

7:30 a.m.-2:21 p.m.

1 stop6h 51m

C$ 409

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 9/3

3:40 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 13/3

1:00 p.m.-11:16 a.m.

1 stop22h 16m

C$ 478

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 8/3

5:15 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 13/3

1:00 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

C$ 536

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 20/2

3:00 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

1 stop6h 44m

San Francisco

Mon 23/2

6:52 p.m.-9:26 a.m.

1 stop14h 34m

C$ 601

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 20/2

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

1 stop17h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 23/2

6:30 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

C$ 640

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 8/3

3:00 p.m.-11:39 a.m.

2 stops20h 39m

San Francisco

Fri 13/3

7:30 a.m.-2:21 p.m.

1 stop6h 51m

C$ 656

NanaimoSan Francisco

YCD - SFO

YCDSFO

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 28/2

3:00 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

1 stop6h 44m

C$ 264

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Deals found on 26/1

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco (average of C$ 55). Flying from Nanaimo to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 122). 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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated 28 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Canada from Nanaimo to San Francisco. 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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,666 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

7.8

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

YVR - YWG

Should allow a carry- on baggage in economy class. The first 4 rows after first class should be allowed to use the closest bathroom.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,666 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,666 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

7.8

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

YVR - YWG

Should allow a carry- on baggage in economy class. The first 4 rows after first class should be allowed to use the closest bathroom.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Nanaimo to San Francisco in 4h 39m. Fly via Air Canada or WestJet to get the fastest option. Nanaimo and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1276 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Nanaimo to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Nanaimo to San Francisco is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 269 on this airline. This flight start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco (average of C$ 55). Flying from Nanaimo to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 122). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 269AverageC$ 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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