Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Nanaimo Arpt (YCD).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo most commonly pass through: • Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 86% of one-stop connections • Calgary (YYC) – 14% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 622 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 1,468, a difference of C$ 846. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo take?

There are currently no direct flights available from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 27m and 7h 08m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.

Have flight prices from San Francisco 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$ 1,419 to C$ 2,161. That means the highest observed fare was about 52% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Nanaimo looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Nanaimo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 530, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flying via Vancouver Intl (YVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 7h 08m via Calgary (YYC).

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Nanaimo flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo range from C$ 692 to C$ 1,220, with an average of C$ 865 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 692 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo typically range from C$ 692 to C$ 1,220. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 913, on WestJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 69% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

WestJet (C$ 913) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Nanaimo in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Vancouver Intl (YVR) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Nanaimo route. 86% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via YVR.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flights via Calgary (YYC) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 754. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Vancouver Intl (YVR) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Nanaimo layovers at 3h 58m over the past three months.

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Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb

4:40 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

26h 05m1 stop Calgary

5:45 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

11h 05m1 stop Calgary

C$ 913WestJet

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Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb

4:40 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

21h 35m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

5:45 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

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Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

6:00 a.m. - 10:31 a.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

27h 31m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Kelowna

3:50 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

17h 40m1 stop Vancouver Intl

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9:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

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17h 40m1 stop Vancouver Intl

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6:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

8h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Vancouver Intl

3:50 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

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6:15 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

17h 40m3 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary

3:50 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

17h 40m2 stops Kelowna Vancouver Intl

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Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb

1:00 p.m. - 12:55 a.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

10h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

5:45 a.m. - 6:36 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

13h 51m2 stops Calgary Salt Lake City

C$ 1,880WestJet

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Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

6:15 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

17h 40m3 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary

3:50 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

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Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

5:50 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.SFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

27h 20m2 stops Salt Lake City Calgary

3:50 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo departing in january.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 69% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo.
How long does a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo take?
There are currently no direct flights available from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 27m and 7h 08m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nanaimo flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo range from C$ 692 to C$ 1,220, with an average of C$ 865 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 692 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco 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$ 1,419 to C$ 2,161. That means the highest observed fare was about 52% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Nanaimo looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Nanaimo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 530, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Nanaimo Arpt (YCD).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo most commonly pass through:

• Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 86% of one-stop connections
• Calgary (YYC) – 14% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 622 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 1,468, a difference of C$ 846.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Flying via Vancouver Intl (YVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 7h 08m via Calgary (YYC).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 622, about C$ 846 less than Sunday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Nanaimo trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 448 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 948 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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