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C$ 104
Overall average: C$ 239
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YVR - YCD • Direct
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Typical prices: C$ 88-C$ 320
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Tue 2/6
YVR - YCD • Direct
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Cheap Flights to Nanaimo

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Nanaimo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Nanaimo

Fri, 24 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
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2:30 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
YVR
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YCD
0h 35mdirect
WestJet Logo
3:45 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
YCD
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YVR
0h 35mdirect
C$ 104WestJet
Fri, 24 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
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2:30 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
YVR
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YCD
0h 35mdirect
WestJet Logo
3:45 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
YCD
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YVR
0h 35mdirect
C$ 111WestJet
Sat, 11 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
WestJet Logo
2:30 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
YVR
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YCD
0h 35mdirect
WestJet Logo
3:40 p.m. - 4:16 p.m.
YCD
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YVR
0h 36mdirect
C$ 173WestJet
Sat, 13 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
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12:50 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
YEG
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YCD
3h 20m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
3:45 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.
YCD
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YEG
15h 50m
1 stop
C$ 176WestJet
Sat, 13 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
WestJet Logo
12:50 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
YEG
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YCD
3h 20m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
3:45 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.
YCD
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YEG
15h 50m
1 stop
C$ 178WestJet
Wed, 10 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
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11:50 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
YEG
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YCD
4h 20m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
3:45 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.
YCD
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YEG
15h 50m
1 stop
C$ 180WestJet
Thu, 7 May - Fri, 8 May
Air Canada Logo
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
YVR
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YCD
0h 30mdirect
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2:45 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
YCD
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YVR
0h 35mdirect
C$ 203Air Canada
Mon, 13 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr
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12:35 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
YLW
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YCD
2h 30m
1 stop
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3:50 p.m. - 4:56 p.m.
YCD
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YLW
1h 06mdirect
C$ 229Multiple Airlines
Mon, 15 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
Air Canada Logo
5:40 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.
YQB
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YCD
7h 30m
1 stop
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5:50 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
YCD
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YQB
7h 55m
1 stop
C$ 688Air Canada
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 8 May
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5:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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YCD
9h 00m
2 stops
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2:45 p.m. - 9:25 a.m.
YCD
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YQB
15h 40m
2 stops
C$ 719Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Nanaimo

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Nanaimo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Nanaimo?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Nanaimo was found on the route from Vancouver, at C$ 104 return. The most popular connection is from Calgary to Nanaimo and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as C$ 192 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Nanaimo?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Nanaimo from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Nanaimo costs C$ 335 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost C$ 79 and departed from Edmonton. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Calgary to Nanaimo which costs C$ 421 on average, and Edmonton to Nanaimo, which costs C$ 290 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Nanaimo?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Nanaimo clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Nanaimo is Sunday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as C$ 305. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Tuesday, where round-trip prices are C$ 392 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nanaimo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Nanaimo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Nanaimo is November, where tickets cost C$ 236 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of tickets from Canada is C$ 787 and C$ 612 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is September with an average price of C$ 371.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Nanaimo?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Nanaimo depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Nanaimo is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost C$ 420 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Nanaimo is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 420.

What is a good deal for flights to Nanaimo?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Nanaimo, 25% of our users found tickets to Nanaimo for the following prices or less: From Calgary C$ 218 round-trip, from Kelowna C$ 318 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nanaimo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Nanaimo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Flight from Vancouver to Nanaimo

When to book flights to Nanaimo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Nanaimo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs - booking Nanaimo flights

  • Is there an on-site hotel at Nanaimo Airport?

    Nanaimo Airport does not have its own on-site hotel, but you will find that there are several lodging options just a short distance away. For example, the Kiwi Cove Lodge is less than a 7-minute drive from the airport and does not have its own shuttle service. There is also the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay, which is around a 10-minute drive away from the main terminal and has a free round-trip shuttle service for guests.

  • What options do I have for travelling from Nanaimo Airport to the city center?

    There are a few different transportation options for travelling from Nanaimo Airport to the city center. One of the quickest ways to reach your destination is to drive, which will typically take you between 15 and 20min depending on factors such as weather and traffic. You can also use public transportation, like local bus line 78, which will take you around 35min. A single bus ticket costs approximately C$ 2.50.

  • Can I rent a car directly from Nanaimo Airport?

    If you would like to have your own vehicle during your trip, you can rent one directly from Nanaimo Airport. There are several on-site rental companies, including Budget, Hertz, and National.

  • Does Nanaimo Airport have any amenities or facilities for travellers with limited mobility?

    Nanaimo Airport has wheelchairs that are available for travellers with limited mobility for free. The airport’s terminals are also accessible and include both elevators and ramps. Airport employees are always there to help travellers with anything they may need, including moving throughout their terminal, exiting their plane, and grabbing their luggage.

  • How convenient are late-night flights to Nanaimo?

    If your flight to Nanaimo is set to arrive at Nanaimo Airport (YCD) late at night, you don’t have to panic. The airport has a number of hotels located less than a 10-minute walk away. You can conveniently connect from the airport to these hotels, where you can spend the remaining part of the night. These hotels also avail free shuttles upon request to make the visitors’ movement from the airport more convenient.

  • What special services are available on flights from Nanaimo?

    Persons with reduced mobility can access wheelchair services at no cost from their airline’s staff upon landing at YCD. Similarly, those with vision impairment can get assisted movement from the aircraft all the way to the cab. To ensure seamless access to these services when your flight lands at YCD, you need to request them well in advance.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Nanaimo?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Nanaimo was found on the route from Vancouver, at C$ 104 return. The most popular connection is from Calgary to Nanaimo and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as C$ 192 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Nanaimo Arpt Airport from central Nanaimo?

    There are 14 km between Nanaimo downtown and Nanaimo Arpt Airport.

  • What is the name of Nanaimo’s airport?

    Nanaimo is served by Nanaimo Arpt Airport, also commonly referred to as Nanaimo or Nanaimo Arpt. The airport code is YCD.

  • How much is a flight to Nanaimo?

    On average, a flight to Nanaimo costs C$ 335. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost C$ 79 and departed from Edmonton Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Nanaimo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Nanaimo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Nanaimo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nanaimo is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Nanaimo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nanaimo with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Nanaimo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nanaimo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Nanaimo

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Nanaimo? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Nanaimo for the following prices or less: From Calgary C$ 213, from Edmonton C$ 252, from Kelowna C$ 254
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Nanaimo flight deals.
  • Considered to be the gateway to Vancouver, Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is a major regional airport in British Columbia that services thousands of domestic and direct flights throughout Canada annually. This transport hub can be conveniently found just 11 km southeast of the city center.
  • If you’re interested in direct flights to Nanaimo Airport, there are a few different airlines that you can travel with, including WestJet. Some airlines are more likely to require layovers when arriving at this airport, with Air Canada being one example.
  • Travellers who find themselves stressed after a long day of travelling can look for the massage chairs that are in the main terminal of Nanaimo Airport. These chairs are coin-operated and a great way to unwind after being cooped up in a plane for several hours.
  • There are a few different places where you can grab a bite to eat if you find that you are hungry once your flight has landed at Nanaimo Airport. The Connections Cafe is usually open from 6 am to 7 pm, and there are vending machines that sell pastries and beverages.
  • When travelling with children, keep in mind that Nanaimo Airport has a few amenities geared towards families, such as changing stations in each restroom. There is also a children’s play area that has a selection of games and play equipment, making it a great area for the little ones to burn off some steam.
  • When booking flights to Nanaimo, you have the option of choosing those that make one stop or those that are nonstop. Air Canada offers the highest number of direct flights to Nanaimo, with their arrival airport being Nanaimo Airport (YCD). You will get flights that make one stop if you book WestJet or Air Canada.
  • Flights to Nanaimo offer an opportunity to visit other nearby cities served by YCD. Apart from being the gateway to Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Parksville, and Chemainus are some of the other nearby cities served by YCD. Car rentals provide the most convenient means of transport from the airport to these cities.
  • Travelling with your kids to Nanaimo is quite convenient, especially if you book WestJet. The airline offers a number of benefits to those travelling with kids below 14 years old. For instance, parents enjoy priority boarding, which allows them to get onto the plane before other travellers. Additionally, the airline also allows for the storage of strollers and car seats at no cost.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Nanaimo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Nanaimo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Canada to Nanaimo. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Nanaimo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.5
Pacific CoastalOverall score based on 22 reviews
7.0Food
8.4Boarding
7.0Entertainment
8.7Crew
7.9Comfort
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More people for check in and boarding. I almost missed my flight because I showed up 50 mins before boarding not 60 mins. Pretty stressful.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Nov 2025
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More people for check in and boarding. I almost missed my flight because I showed up 50 mins before boarding not 60 mins. Pretty stressful.

It was really good. Excellent communication and care. I will definitely be flying Pacific Coastal again!

Service was superb, great gang Ya's have out of Prince George, BC.

The delays were never ending and we were never properly informed as to why. 1st and 2nd delay were handled well, but by the time we received our 7th delay, and then subsequently asked to willingly get bumped, it turned into one of the worst flying situations of my life. I didn’t get home until 2am which is roughly 5 hours later than originally planned.

Very short flight. No food or entertainment required. Nice crew. Flight left late.

Took 3 hours to check in and drop off our suitcases. Half of the passengers were still in line by boarding time. The computer systems and staff were very slow. Staff were also disorganized and kept allowing later flights to skip lines. Suitcases were piling on that several other passengers didn't get their suitcases. Then, we were sitting in the plane for 2 hours and were told that the flight was overbooked. We missed our connecting flight and had to fly the following day but with a stop over. Good thing ONE WestJet customer rep was pleasant and actually knew how to do her job when we wanted to rebook to a direct flight. Thank you to Kim at Toronto airport. Terrible experience at PUJ. Won't go back to Dominican Republic.

Not sure what happened, but for some reason we had to sit on the plane for an extra 10 minutes once we arrived in Abbotsford. Obviously, it was an engine issue.

8 hrs. Of waiting instead of couple of hours..the only good thing I'm still able to go to my destination...

Our biggest complaint was a major schedule change that was not communicated to us in any way. Luckily the time change went later not earlier so we did not miss the flight. Our email addresses and phone numbers were on file but we received no email no text message no nothing. Short flight so not much to say.

The check in was quick but the counter person didn’t inform me that the flight was delayed. I was also not informed of the boarding gate. When the plane landed there was a mixup at the gate with the ramp crew which delayed the flight further. All in all the experience didn’t meet the standard I’ve come to expect from WestJet

Counter representative refused to check my luggage despite paying for it in advance

When I purchased the flights I included the luggage, the luggage was not added and got charged the full price anyway. Had to pay for the luggage at check in. Initial flight was delayed, we missed our 9am connection (flew with my wife), then the airline rebooks us to the next flights, putting my wife in at 1.40pm and me at 4pm, what a crazy wait time. We managed to fix it with customer service and they put me in the 1:40pm flight too, but they left my baggage behind in the 4pm flight. When arrived to my destination, of course no luggage. It was delivered to the address thankfully late at night. The experience sucked.

There is no snack and nit much that would be considered gluten free in yiur food selections. One of your snacks should be a gluten free cookie or small bar etc. maybe it was me but I didn’t see any free movies just internet connection and YouTube .

Again, it was delayed and then our connecting aircraft was very cold.

The lead flight attendent was outstanding. We were delayed waiting for a connection and she kept us up-to-date with a great sense of humor. She also made sure a passenger in the back of the plane was sble to get out first to make a connection. She needs to be recognized by your company! She is awesome!

My seat was taken by other passenger, flight délayes caused me problem was not making my connection from Vancouver to Montreal Because of that had change for next Day to be able to arrive at reasonable hours and mist my work day and Lansing was staffer then usual

Really had a bad experience with air Canada. My flight cancelled one day before my trip. When I reached at airport before 1:30 hours before the departure time. They said boarding was already closed. I called the customer support and emailed them they didn’t respond me even once. I had to buy another ticket on the spot.

My flightbwas delayed three times consequently I had no other choice then to take a 19 hour flight to Toronot and slept on a bench in Toronto airport before I could get on my 5 hour flight to Mexico City I got food vouchers in Toronto but they were not honored then my luggage was lost My trip was a terrible experience

Short flight, you can't do much. On nice days, announce the islands they're flying over.

on the longer legs, maybe a little healthy snack instead of a Celebration cookie. A second coffee would be nice. Air Canada = Second Cup. My father-in-law, Gordon White (CALPA #4) was a captain with Air Canada from age 18 to 58 on all the biggest planes. He bragged about extra treats they gave out.

there was no food or entertainment on that short 1.5 hour flight unless you mean the cookie and the overhead announcements... Those Q-400's are the workhorse of the rugged coast and mountains for sure.

Delayed on tarmac and missed next Air Canada flight by few minutes. Theh should have waited for me.

Flight was cancelled. Not enough agents to deal with the people in the line. We left and found our own way to Vancouver.

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