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C$ 229 Find Cheap Flights from Toronto to Nanaimo – Compare and Save

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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 432
Typical prices: C$ 314-C$ 591
WestJet
Wed 23/9Mon 28/9
YYZ - YCD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 229
Typical prices: C$ 330-C$ 560
WestJet
Thu 17/9
YYZ - YCD • 3 stops
Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Toronto and Nanaimo. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 603 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 15m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 38% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Toronto to Nanaimo (YTO-YCD)

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

Wed, 23 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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12:40 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
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YCD
29h 30m
2 stops
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3:45 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.
YCD
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YYZ
25h 10m
2 stops
C$ 432WestJet
Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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7:40 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
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YCD
10h 30m
1 stop
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3:45 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.
YCD
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YYZ
25h 10m
2 stops
C$ 432Multiple Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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12:40 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
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YCD
29h 30m
2 stops
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3:45 p.m. - 1:05 a.m.
YCD
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YYZ
6h 20m
1 stop
C$ 438WestJet
Wed, 23 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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12:40 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
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YCD
29h 30m
2 stops
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3:45 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.
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YYZ
25h 10m
2 stops
C$ 442WestJet
Thu, 24 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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12:40 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
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YCD
29h 30m
2 stops
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3:45 p.m. - 1:05 a.m.
YCD
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YYZ
6h 20m
1 stop
C$ 449WestJet
Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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7:40 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
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YCD
10h 30m
1 stop
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3:45 p.m. - 1:05 a.m.
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6h 20m
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C$ 460Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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9:40 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
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YCD
8h 30m
1 stop
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3:45 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.
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25h 10m
2 stops
C$ 480Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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2:30 p.m. - 11:11 p.m.
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YCD
10h 41m
1 stop
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3:30 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.
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5h 25m
1 stop
C$ 591Air Canada
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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4:50 p.m. - 11:11 p.m.
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YCD
8h 21m
1 stop
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10:10 a.m. - 8:07 p.m.
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7h 57m
2 stops
C$ 591Air Canada
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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7:55 a.m. - 3:51 p.m.
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YCD
9h 56m
2 stops
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7:25 a.m. - 4:07 p.m.
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6h 42m
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C$ 595Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Toronto to Nanaimo flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Toronto 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 Toronto to Nanaimo departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Nanaimo from Toronto usually cost between C$ 674 and C$ 866 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 432 on WestJet (23 Sep–28 Sep).

What is the cheapest Toronto to Nanaimo flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Toronto to Nanaimo costs C$ 532 on the route between Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) and Nanaimo (YCD). It is also the most popular route.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Toronto 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 Toronto to Nanaimo is November, where tickets cost C$ 333 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 765 and C$ 747 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Toronto 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 Toronto 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 Toronto to Nanaimo, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 58% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 229
Best time to beat the crowds (27% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 40% lower on average.
Flight from Toronto Pearson Airport to Nanaimo

When to book flights from Toronto to Nanaimo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Toronto 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 for booking flights from Toronto to Nanaimo

  • What are some common layover airports for most airlines with flights from Toronto to Nanaimo?

    Common among the airlines that offer flight options to Nanaimo from Toronto are WestJet and Air Canada. If you fly from Toronto to Nanaimo on an Air Canada flight, you may expect a layover at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). If you’re flying to Nanaimo from Toronto via a WestJet flight, you can expect a layover at either Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Calgary International Airport (YYC), or Edmonton International Airport (YEG).

  • Which accessibility services can Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRMs) access on airlines flying from Toronto to Nanaimo?

    One of the airlines with the highest number of flights from Toronto to Nanaimo is WestJet. The airline’s PRM-friendly amenities include an accessible, returnable, and cost-free wheelchair at the ticket counter, as well as assisted boarding and special seating arrangements for PRMs. Its planes’ seats also feature adjustable armrests and seats for people with disabilities.

  • How can I connect to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) from the city center?

    To connect from the city center to YYZ, you can take a taxi or a Toronto Transit Commission-operated Union Pearson Express (UP Express) bus, which departs the city center bus station to YYZ every 20 minutes. Taxis take about 20 minutes, while the UP express buses take approximately 25 minutes to reach YYZ from the city center.

  • Where can I rent a car at Nanaimo Airport (YCD)?

    There are several car rental businesses, each with a car rental desk inside the YCD terminal building’s arrival area. Among the companies with car rental counters at YCD are National Car Rental, Budget, Avis, and Hertz. These car rental agencies offer a variety of car brands and models that would suit your tastes and preference, purpose, and budget.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Toronto to Nanaimo?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Toronto to Nanaimo was C$ 229 for a one-way ticket and C$ 432 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Toronto to Nanaimo?

    There are 2 airports in Toronto (Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl and Toronto Pearson Intl.) and only 1 airport in Nanaimo (Nanaimo Arpt). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Toronto Pearson Airport to Nanaimo Arpt flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Toronto to Nanaimo?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Toronto to Nanaimo flight route.

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

    The Embraer 195 E2 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Toronto to Nanaimo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Toronto to Nanaimo?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Toronto to Nanaimo are WestJet and Air Canada. With an average price for the route of C$ 526 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$ 867 and an overall rating of 7.1.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nanaimo from Toronto 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 Toronto 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 Toronto with another airline.

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

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Toronto to Nanaimo

  • If you plan to fly from Toronto to Nanaimo with kids, you might want to consider using Air Canada. Thanks to the roomy seats and extra legroom, your kids may enjoy comfort and room to move during their flight.
  • Although Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Toronto/Buttonville Municipal Airport (YKZ) are available to travelers flying out of Toronto, most travelers from Toronto to Nanaimo will want to depart from a third option, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Being the most prominent and busiest airport in Toronto, YYZ offers a variety of airline and flight choices and transport options from different parts of the city.
  • Your flight from Toronto to Nanaimo via Nanaimo Airport (YCD) should serve as your rare opportunity to visit Nanaimo’s nearby cities, such as Ladysmith, Parksville, and Qualicum Beach. You can consider renting a car or taxi for an easier connection from YCD to these cities.
  • If you want to fly from Toronto to Nanaimo with an environmentally friendly airline, book your seat on a Turkish Airlines flight. Besides supporting several eco-friendly initiatives, Turkish Airlines demonstrates its appreciation for the environment by replacing its outdated aircraft with more contemporary, fuel-efficient ones.
  • To catch an early morning flight from Toronto to Nanaimo via Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), consider spending your night in the on-site Sheraton Gateway Hotel that is directly connected to the airport’s Terminal 3 via a walkway.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Toronto to Nanaimo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Toronto 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.
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7.2
WestJetOverall score based on 3426 reviews
7.9Crew
7.0Comfort
6.2Food
6.1Entertainment
7.4Boarding
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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.

2.0 MediocreToni, Dec 2025
YYZ - YVR
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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.

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 .

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.

We never had an experience they canceled the flight and they did not offer us an alternative flight. I had to book one on my own expense. They offered us food voucher and we could not use them at the airport it kept saying not attached to an existing flight. The people at the counter were rude and cold and they did not care about our situation

Over an hour late. Lousy flight attendant who was just going through the motions in every aspect of her job. The Dash 8 aircraft is super basic (no entertainment system, small seats, limited storage). Carry on luggage doesn’t fit in overhead bins.

Very friendly staff at the check in.crew was excellent in side the plane & service was great 👍

Departure delay on a late night flight. Made us even later. Tired but got home.

Westjet forced me to put my carry-on baggage in check-in probably because I was assigned seat 23A (the last row seat), which had no cabin space, which is unfair. I wanted to carry on my luggage so that I don't have to wait at the airport for my luggage. Also, because there was no cabin space, I was forced to keep my laptop bag under the seat, which I didn't want to as I was carrying 2 laptops and charger. The airline should basically tell people that if you are assigned a last row seat, then you are not allowed a cabin baggage or a personal item.

Flight late …60 minutes No food No wifi No entertainment system A disaster!!!

I found the seating much more comfortable than in the larger plane.

The floor plan on the website indicated I was selecting a seat at the front of the cabin with ample leg room. In fact, I was in the row behind it. I should have wondered when the seat was free to upgrade, but it meant I traded an aisle seat three rows back for a middle seat, which was quite cramped. The Internet didn't work and the live TV didn't work until the last half hour of the trip. On a night of World Cup soccer games, not good.

I was through check-in right away and on the plane before I knew it perfect in every way

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

My bag was sent to lost and found. It was taken out of the plane without asking passengers if the bag owner is in the plane. I had valuables in my bag. I am very disappointed at this behaviour

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.

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.

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.

Flight was delayed over an hour. Most likely not the airline’s fault. But it made catching the next flight rushed.

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