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Cheap flights from California to Nanaimo from C$ 155

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — YCD
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from California to Nanaimo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Nanaimo flight deals. Data was last updated 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 332

One-way from

C$ 155
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 6/4-12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 12m total
  • California to Nanaimo
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 9/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 19m total
  • California to Nanaimo
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Cheapest flights from California to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Sun 6/46:55 a.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop7h 14mAir Canada
Sat 12/49:10 a.m.YCD - LAX
1 stop6h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 21/2C$ 332
Sun 6/46:55 a.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/42:50 p.m.YCD - LAX
2 stops18h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 353
Tue 1/74:35 p.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop5h 30mAir Canada
Thu 31/76:00 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 21/2C$ 436
Mon 7/72:45 p.m.SFO - YCD
2 stops19h 07mWestJet
Thu 17/73:00 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 20/2C$ 457
Tue 9/911:40 a.m.LAX - YCD
1 stop7h 44mWestJet
Wed 10/93:00 p.m.YCD - LAX
1 stop6h 46mWestJet
Deal found 21/2C$ 576
Fri 21/37:00 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/32:50 p.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,130
Mon 24/27:00 a.m.SFO - YCD
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/29:10 a.m.YCD - SFO
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,573

Find flights from California to Nanaimo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Nanaimo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Nanaimo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNanaimo

LAX - YCD

LAXYCD

Los Angeles

Sun 6/4

6:55 a.m.-2:09 p.m.

1 stop7h 14m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 12/4

9:10 a.m.-4:08 p.m.

1 stop6h 58m

C$ 332

Los AngelesNanaimo

LAX - YCD

LAXYCD

Los Angeles

Sun 6/4

6:55 a.m.-2:09 p.m.

1 stop7h 14m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 12/4

2:50 p.m.-9:22 a.m.

2 stops18h 32m

C$ 353

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

4:35 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

1 stop5h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 31/7

6:00 a.m.-10:33 a.m.

1 stop4h 33m

C$ 436

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

2:45 p.m.-9:52 a.m.

2 stops19h 07m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 17/7

3:00 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 457

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 21/3

7:00 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 28/3

2:50 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

C$ 1,130

Los AngelesNanaimo

LAX - YCD

LAXYCD

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

6:50 p.m.-2:09 p.m.

2 stops19h 19m

C$ 155

Los AngelesNanaimo

LAX - YCD

LAXYCD

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

5:10 p.m.-8:24 a.m.

1 stop15h 14m

C$ 170

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 21/2

Best time to book a flight from California to Nanaimo

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Travel insights for flights from California to Nanaimo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Nanaimo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Nanaimo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nanaimo (average of C$ 208). Flying from California to Nanaimo in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 432). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Nanaimo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Nanaimo as you normally would.

Rainfall in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 20.0 - 160.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nanaimo when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanaimo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanaimo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nanaimo. Reviews last updated 22 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, WestJet and Air Canada from California to Nanaimo by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,800 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,757 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Nanaimo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanaimo from California?

    Located just 13.7 km from the city centre, Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nanaimo from California.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Nanaimo?

    The most popular route from California to Nanaimo is Los Angeles - Nanaimo Arpt. You may also consider San Francisco - Nanaimo Arpt or San Jose - Nanaimo Arpt.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Nanaimo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Nanaimo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Nanaimo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Nanaimo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Nanaimo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Nanaimo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nanaimo (average of C$ 208). Flying from California to Nanaimo in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 432). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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