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C$ 232+ Cheap flights to Nanaimo

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— YCD
27 May — 3 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nanaimo in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 April 2026.

Sat 6/67:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops11h 10m
WestJet
Sat 13/63:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 411
Mon 1/66:10 a.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops12h 00m
WestJet
Tue 9/63:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops23h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 25/4C$ 414
Mon 25/55:20 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops10h 10m
WestJet
Fri 29/53:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 415
Wed 10/612:40 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops10h 05m
WestJet
Mon 15/65:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 26/4C$ 417
Fri 29/512:40 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops10h 05m
WestJet
Sun 31/55:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops12h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 26/4C$ 418
Wed 10/612:40 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops10h 05m
WestJet
Tue 16/65:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
2 stops11h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 24/4C$ 420
Sun 17/59:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops9h 10m
WestJet
Tue 26/512:50 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
1 stop9h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 428
Tue 26/53:30 p.m.
YYZ
-
YCD
2 stops12h 00m
WestJet
Tue 2/63:45 p.m.
YCD
-
YYZ
1 stop6h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 22/4C$ 432
Wed 10/66:10 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
1 stop9h 20m
WestJet
Mon 15/65:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YHM
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 26/4C$ 574
Mon 25/56:10 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
1 stop9h 20m
WestJet
Fri 29/55:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YHM
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 584
Thu 28/56:10 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
1 stop9h 20m
WestJet
Sun 31/55:45 a.m.
YCD
-
YHM
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 26/4C$ 600
Sun 17/55:45 p.m.
YHM
-
YCD
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/512:50 p.m.
YCD
-
YHM
1 stop7h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 610

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Find the latest flights to Nanaimo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 629,999 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 303

One-way from

C$ 232

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 365
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 29/5-4/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 03m total
  • Toronto to Vancouver
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 10m total
  • Toronto to Nanaimo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 17/5

9:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 26/5

12:50 p.m.-1:05 a.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 428

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 2/6

2:25 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

2 stops13h 05m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 9/6

3:45 p.m.-1:05 a.m.

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 444

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 16/5

8:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 3/6

12:50 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop8h 20m

C$ 448

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 19/5

10:25 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops19h 45m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 23/5

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

2 stops11h 00m

C$ 499

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 9/6

4:15 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop25h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 10/6

8:20 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 502
Quickest round-trip

TorontoNanaimo

YYZ - YCD

YYZYCD

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 7/5

8:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 19/5

12:50 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

C$ 528

HamiltonNanaimo

YHM - YCD

YHMYCD

Hamilton

Sun 17/5

5:45 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops24h 25m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 26/5

12:50 p.m.-11:18 p.m.

1 stop7h 28m

C$ 610

HamiltonNanaimo

YHM - YCD

YHMYCD

Hamilton

Mon 25/5

6:10 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop9h 20m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 29/5

5:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 650

HamiltonNanaimo

YHM - YCD

YHMYCD

Hamilton

Mon 1/6

6:10 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop9h 20m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 9/6

12:50 p.m.-11:13 p.m.

1 stop7h 23m

C$ 734

HamiltonNanaimo

YHM - YCD

YHMYCD

Hamilton

Tue 26/5

7:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

3 stops11h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 2/6

12:50 p.m.-11:13 p.m.

1 stop7h 23m

C$ 735

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nanaimo

When is the best time to book a flight to Nanaimo?

The best time to book flights to Nanaimo is 21 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Nanaimo?

On average, a flight from Toronto to Nanaimo takes 7 hours 17 minutes. Flights to Nanaimo from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Nanaimo?

The most popular airlines flying from Toronto to Nanaimo are WestJet and Air Canada.

WestJet
WestJet
From C$ 49
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 62
Pacific Coastal
Pacific Coastal
From C$ 311

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nanaimo?

The cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to Nanaimo are Air Canada and WestJet.

Rainfall in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 20.0 - 160.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nanaimo when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanaimo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanaimo. 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 Nanaimo. Reviews last updated 27 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown WestJet and Air Canada to Canada. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,327 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,327 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,327 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,974 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,327 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying

FAQs about flying to Nanaimo

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanaimo?

    Most people fly into Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they book a flight to Nanaimo. Nanaimo Arpt is conveniently located just 13.7 km from Nanaimo’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nanaimo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nanaimo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nanaimo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, WestJet is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nanaimo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nanaimo?

    Nanaimo Arpt is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nanaimo. One-way flights to Nanaimo Arpt typically cost C$ 145, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 286.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nanaimo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nanaimo, Vancouver offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Nanaimo Arpt have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nanaimo Arpt can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nanaimo Arpt?

    Yes. Nanaimo Arpt has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Rondalyn | Parkbridge is the closest property to Nanaimo Arpt (1.6 km away from Nanaimo Arpt).

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