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C$ 192 Find Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo (YOW-YCD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa 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 from Ottawa to Nanaimo

Wed, 15 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
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5:15 p.m. - 12:24 a.m.YOW-YCD
10h 09m2 stops
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3:40 p.m. - 2:44 p.m.YCD-YOW
20h 04m1 stop
C$ 354
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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
WestJet Logo
5:15 p.m. - 12:24 a.m.YOW-YCD
10h 09m2 stops
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3:00 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.YCD-YOW
6h 40m1 stop
C$ 356WestJet
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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
WestJet Logo
5:15 p.m. - 12:24 a.m.YOW-YCD
10h 09m2 stops
WestJet Logo
3:00 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.YCD-YOW
6h 40m1 stop
C$ 357WestJet
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Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
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5:15 p.m. - 12:24 a.m.YOW-YCD
10h 09m2 stops
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3:40 p.m. - 2:44 p.m.YCD-YOW
20h 04m1 stop
C$ 361
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Wed, 15 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
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7:15 p.m. - 12:24 a.m.YOW-YCD
8h 09m1 stop
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3:40 p.m. - 2:44 p.m.YCD-YOW
20h 04m1 stop
C$ 363
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Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
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7:15 p.m. - 12:24 a.m.YOW-YCD
8h 09m1 stop
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3:40 p.m. - 2:44 p.m.YCD-YOW
20h 04m1 stop
C$ 368
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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
WestJet Logo
7:50 a.m. - 3:09 p.m.YOW-YCD
10h 19m2 stops
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10:26 a.m. - 12:22 a.m.YCD-YOW
10h 56m2 stops
C$ 374WestJet
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Wed, 3 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Air Canada Logo
4:05 p.m. - 10:04 p.m.YOW-YCD
8h 59m2 stops
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6:00 a.m. - 7:29 p.m.YCD-YOW
10h 29m2 stops
C$ 405Air Canada
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Wed, 3 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Air Canada Logo
9:55 p.m. - 8:29 a.m.YOW-YCD
13h 34m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
6:00 a.m. - 4:12 p.m.YCD-YOW
7h 12m1 stop
C$ 422Air Canada
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Thu, 4 Sep - Mon, 8 Sep
Air Canada Logo
5:15 a.m. - 10:59 a.m.YOW-YCD
8h 44m2 stops
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2:45 p.m. - 8:23 a.m.YCD-YOW
14h 38m1 stop
C$ 440Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ottawa to Nanaimo flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

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

When flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Ottawa, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa 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 from Ottawa to Nanaimo is January, where tickets cost C$ 383 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 783 and C$ 755 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa 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 on the flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 42% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flightC$ 192
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 33% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Nanaimo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo was C$ 139 for a one-way ticket and C$ 257 for a round-trip.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Ottawa and Nanaimo.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo, WestJet or Air Canada?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo are WestJet and Air Canada. With an average price for the route of C$ 494 and an overall rating of 7.2, WestJet is the most popular choice. Air Canada is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 725 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa 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 from Ottawa to Nanaimo.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ottawa 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 to Ottawa with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ottawa 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 from Ottawa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ottawa 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.
7.2
WestJetOverall score based on 3015 reviews
7.9Crew
7.4Boarding
6.2Food
6.1Entertainment
7.0Comfort
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Good value, minor delay due to waiting for inbound plane but they gave accurate information about wait time. Able to switch to a seat by my husband thanks to a kind flight attendant

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2025YOW - YYC
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Good value, minor delay due to waiting for inbound plane but they gave accurate information about wait time. Able to switch to a seat by my husband thanks to a kind flight attendant

7 hour layover was a drag. Free internet on the long leg was great.

From vancouver go calgary nd vice vetsa fligjt was delayed

It was good! Short flight and it was on time!

This flight was better than the first. Two of the flight attendants were wonderful at supporting m through nausea and vomiting through the flight. No tv, no food, very interesting. I’ve never paid for wifi (just the $3 chatting) until these 2 flights. This experience has changed my opinion on layovers. Idk if I’ll ever do one again

Flights were cancelled setting me in panic mode since my much needed weekend escape with friends was only a short one. No apologies given at the airport nor on the plane. Flight was rescheduled

Not the greatest experience everything was pretty mediocre. My seat was by the washroom in the aisle and was not located well as everyone past each other people were right in my seat and space.

Lots of overhead storage, good crew, good service, smooth landing.

My husband required a wheelchair to get to the airplane and the service he received was exemplary. Thank you.

WestJet was able to re-book us to the next available flight at no charge when air traffic controller staffing shortage delayed our inbound flight

The checking of my carry-on was not the greatest idea. It was selected for a security check in Toronto and didn't make it to my connecting flight. Fortunately Air Canada delivers late luggage to Whistler so I got it at 2 A M.

Well managed flight comfortable. Wish they had back of seat screens

My entertainment system was very jittery. Of course no food unless you pay, and even then choices are very limited. I got a free beer, though.

Staff was very courteous and kept things organized. We will definitely use Air Canada for further travel

Great flights. 90 minute departure delay for maintenance issues, not a great start but, afer that very good. Didn't pay extra for seats and lucked into a window and an aisle seat. Price was excellent at the super low economy level.

Just a little improvement on food but everything is excellent

In flight WiFi not working. entertainment system not functioning Food was mediocre poor for business class Service was ok but not excellent Crew were pleasant. Announcements were made at a ridiculous volume.

They lost my checked in luggage, why do I pay for my cargo not arriving at the same destination as me?

Poor planning meant the plane was delayed an hour, then a thunder storm started and the ground staff couldn't work. Eventual arrival in Santiago was 3 hours late resulting in missed connections and the need to buy new tickets.

It was what it was. The crew were very supportive of my wife's inability to sit for long (without severe pain). I say the food was excellent because we bought sushi at Bento, pre flite. We did not complete the final leg (YVR to YYJ) as we were able to catch the last ferry to Swartz Bay. Thanks to Air Canada ( crew and network ) for the connections to/from SJO.

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