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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo from C$ 74

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 24/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — YCD
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 167

One-way from

C$ 74

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 273
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 30/1-6/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Vancouver to Nanaimo
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 24/1
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 36m total
  • Vancouver to Nanaimo
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High demand for flights, 38% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Tue 31/127:55 a.m.YVR - YCD
Nonstop0h 30mAir Canada
Tue 7/12:50 p.m.YCD - YVR
Nonstop0h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 17/12C$ 498
Wed 18/128:05 a.m.YVR - YCD
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/124:45 p.m.YCD - YVR
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 1,477

Find flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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 18 December 2024.

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VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/1

7:55 a.m.-8:25 a.m.

Nonstop0h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 6/2

2:50 p.m.-3:25 p.m.

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 167

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 2/1

6:35 p.m.-12:26 a.m.

1 stop5h 51m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 5/1

5:30 a.m.-9:47 a.m.

1 stop4h 17m

C$ 1,578

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 24/1

2:05 p.m.-2:41 p.m.

Nonstop0h 36m

C$ 74

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Wed 5/2

7:55 a.m.-8:25 a.m.

Nonstop0h 30m

C$ 79

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Deals found on 16/12

Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Nanaimo

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Nanaimo (average of C$ 239). Flying from Vancouver 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 YVR to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 18 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver to Nanaimo in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Nanaimo

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver to Nanaimo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

The most flights from 8CA to YCD are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 18 December 2024.
WestJet
7.3
Good
2,818 reviews
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Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They charged $94.5 for our backpacks, said there wouldn't be space on the plane in the overhead storage. When we got on the plane, the overhead space was completely empty. The "food" offered on the plane is a choice between a pretzel and a cookie, given over and over until we arrive.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,818 reviews
WestJet
7.3
Good
2,818 reviews
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Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They charged $94.5 for our backpacks, said there wouldn't be space on the plane in the overhead storage. When we got on the plane, the overhead space was completely empty. The "food" offered on the plane is a choice between a pretzel and a cookie, given over and over until we arrive.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,382 reviews
WestJet
7.3
Good
2,818 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They charged $94.5 for our backpacks, said there wouldn't be space on the plane in the overhead storage. When we got on the plane, the overhead space was completely empty. The "food" offered on the plane is a choice between a pretzel and a cookie, given over and over until we arrive.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver 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 Vancouver?

    Most people fly into Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they book a flight to Nanaimo from Vancouver. On average, Nanaimo Arpt has 6 inbound flights from Vancouver per day from 2 airlines. Nanaimo Arpt is conveniently located just 13.7 km from Nanaimo’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver to Nanaimo round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver to Nanaimo is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 167 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is WestJet, starting at C$ 1,578. Users have found that Air Canada is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver to Nanaimo?

    Consider ANA (90%), Pacific Coastal (86%) or United Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Vancouver to Nanaimo.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 64. While the most popular route (Vancouver Intl - Nanaimo Arpt) can be booked for C$ 167 on average our data indicates C$ 202 when flying from Vancouver to Nanaimo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Nanaimo (average of C$ 239). Flying from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Nanaimo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to Nanaimo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pacific CoastalCheapestC$ 136AverageC$ 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 140AverageC$ 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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