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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 749
Typical prices: C$ 726-C$ 1,624
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Tue 23/1Fri 26/1
ORD - YCD • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Nanaimo (ORD-YCD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Nanaimo

Sat, 23 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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3:35 p.m. - 10:11 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YCD Nanaimo Arpt
7h 36m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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7:25 a.m. - 2:32 p.m.YCD  Nanaimo Arpt-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 07m1 stop Vancouver Intl
C$ 749Air Canada
3+ days ago
Sat, 23 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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3:35 p.m. - 10:11 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YCD Nanaimo Arpt
7h 36m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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7:25 a.m. - 7:52 p.m.YCD  Nanaimo Arpt-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 27m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 761Air Canada
3+ days ago
Sat, 23 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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1:55 p.m. - 9:36 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YCD Nanaimo Arpt
20h 41m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
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7:25 a.m. - 7:52 p.m.YCD  Nanaimo Arpt-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 27m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 779Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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8:52 a.m. - 2:51 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YCD Nanaimo Arpt
6h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.YCD  Nanaimo Arpt-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Los Angeles
C$ 998United Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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4:40 p.m. - 2:51 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YCD Nanaimo Arpt
23h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Vancouver Intl
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3:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.YCD  Nanaimo Arpt-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Los Angeles
C$ 1,011United Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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7:20 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YCD Nanaimo Arpt
18h 35m2 stops New York LaGuardia Calgary
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5:45 a.m. - 9:47 p.m.YCD  Nanaimo Arpt-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 02m2 stops Calgary New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,104WestJet
3+ days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
United Airlines Logo
8:52 a.m. - 2:51 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YCD Nanaimo Arpt
6h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:30 p.m. - 5:01 a.m.YCD  Nanaimo Arpt-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 31m2 stops Vancouver Intl Los Angeles
C$ 1,219United Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo typically range from C$ 726 to C$ 1,624. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 749, on Air Canada.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 395
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo

When to book flights from Chicago to Nanaimo

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo flight questions, answered

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  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo range from C$ 726 to C$ 1,624, with an average of C$ 726 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 726 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about C$ 749 to C$ 1,219. That means the highest observed fare was about 62% higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Nanaimo Arpt (YCD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo pass through Vancouver Intl (YVR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 84% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 318 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 1,922, a difference of C$ 1,604.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Nanaimo?

    Nanaimo is 1 hour behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo flights

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  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 318, about C$ 1,604 less than Thursday fares (83% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nanaimo trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 318 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,604 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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