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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo from C$ 190

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YCD
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Ottawa to Nanaimo Arpt are usually found in January or September, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Nanaimo (YCD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 415

One-way from

C$ 190

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 400
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 12/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 20h 22m total
  • Ottawa to Nanaimo
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 54m total
  • Ottawa to Nanaimo
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Mon 12/57:50 a.m.YOW - YCD
1 stop9h 32mWestJet
Mon 26/53:40 p.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops10h 50mWestJet
Deal found 15/1C$ 415
Sat 1/37:20 p.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops46h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/35:30 a.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 536
Mon 17/35:45 a.m.YOW - YCD
2 stops11h 25mAir Canada
Fri 28/39:10 a.m.YCD - YOW
2 stops9h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 15/1C$ 667

Find flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa 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 17 January 2025.

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OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Mon 12/5

7:50 a.m.-2:22 p.m.

1 stop9h 32m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 26/5

3:40 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops10h 50m

C$ 415

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sat 1/3

7:20 p.m.-2:39 p.m.

2 stops46h 19m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 30/3

5:30 a.m.-12:09 a.m.

2 stops15h 39m

C$ 536

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Mon 17/3

5:45 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 28/3

5:50 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 667

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Mon 24/3

5:45 p.m.-2:39 p.m.

2 stops23h 54m

C$ 190

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Deals found on 14/1

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo, you should look to book at least 26 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo (average of C$ 221). Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 455). 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 YOW to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa 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 17 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 17 January 2025.
7.2
Good
2,824 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Boarding went smoothly, you didn't accept debit card for food on flight

7.2
Good
2,824 reviews
7.2
Good
2,824 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Boarding went smoothly, you didn't accept debit card for food on flight

7.0
Good
8,587 reviews
7.2
Good
2,824 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Boarding went smoothly, you didn't accept debit card for food on flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Nanaimo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 415, WestJet will fly you from Ottawa to Nanaimo and back. In addition to WestJet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air Canada for as low as C$ 667. WestJet is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Nanaimo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo (average of C$ 221). Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 455). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 323AverageC$ 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 348AverageC$ 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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