Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo from C$ 84

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — YCD
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 84

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 206
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 21/2-24/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 11m total
  • Vancouver to Nanaimo
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Fri 21/22:05 p.m.YVR - YCD
Nonstop0h 34mWestJet
Mon 24/23:15 p.m.YCD - YVR
Nonstop0h 37mWestJet
Deal found 19/1C$ 84
Sun 2/27:55 a.m.YVR - YCD
Nonstop0h 30mAir Canada
Sun 9/22:50 p.m.YCD - YVR
Nonstop0h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 19/1C$ 184
Fri 21/29:10 a.m.YVR - YCD
2 stops7h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/24:45 p.m.YCD - YVR
2 stops7h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 371
Wed 16/42:55 p.m.YVR - YCD
2 stops25h 26mPacific Coastal
Thu 24/44:45 p.m.YCD - YVR
2 stops21h 31mPacific Coastal
Deal found 19/1C$ 886

Find flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl 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 20 January 2025.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 21/2

2:05 p.m.-2:39 p.m.

Nonstop0h 34m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 24/2

3:15 p.m.-3:52 p.m.

Nonstop0h 37m

C$ 84

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Sun 2/2

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

Nonstop0h 30m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 9/2

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

Nonstop0h 35m

C$ 184

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 21/2

9:10 a.m.-4:21 p.m.

2 stops7h 11m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 24/2

4:45 p.m.-12:01 a.m.

2 stops7h 16m

C$ 371

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Wed 16/4

2:55 p.m.-4:21 p.m.

2 stops25h 26m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 24/4

4:45 p.m.-2:16 p.m.

2 stops21h 31m

C$ 886

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 3/4

7:55 a.m.-8:24 a.m.

Nonstop0h 29m

C$ 91

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Fri 14/3

2:05 p.m.-2:39 p.m.

Nonstop0h 34m

C$ 94

VancouverNanaimo

YVR - YCD

YVRYCD

Vancouver Intl

Thu 3/4

1:15 p.m.-4:21 p.m.

1 stop3h 06m

C$ 171

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 19/1

Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nanaimo from Vancouver Intl with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo (average of C$ 221). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Intl 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 20 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Intl Airport to Nanaimo

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from YVR to YCD are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 20 January 2025.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,827 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

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
7.2
Good
2,827 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,827 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

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
8,611 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,827 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

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 Intl 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 Intl?

    If you book a flight to Nanaimo from Vancouver Intl, you will be flying to Nanaimo Arpt, which is the city’s only airport. Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is located 13.7 km from the centre of Nanaimo. There are 7 flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo Arpt per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 84, WestJet will fly you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo and back. In addition to WestJet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Pacific Coastal - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 184 and C$ 886, respectively. These flights start at 75% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo are ANA (83%), Air Canada (78%) and Jazz (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo? While on average our users pay C$ 179, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 66. The most popular route (Vancouver Intl - Nanaimo Arpt), is priced around C$ 117.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Nanaimo (average of C$ 221). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Vancouver Intl to Calgary flights
Vancouver Intl to Kelowna flights
Vancouver Intl to Penticton flights
Vancouver Intl to Victoria flights
Vancouver Intl to Prince George flights
Vancouver Intl to Cranbrook flights
Vancouver Intl to Kamloops flights
Vancouver Intl to Terrace flights
Vancouver Intl to Campbell River flights
Vancouver Intl to Williams Lake flights
Vancouver Intl to Fort St. John flights
Vancouver Intl to Tofino flights
Vancouver Intl to Comox flights
Vancouver Intl to Bella Coola flights
Vancouver Intl to Trail flights
Vancouver Intl to Masset flights
Vancouver Intl to Prince Rupert flights
Vancouver Intl to Castlegar flights
Vancouver Intl to Port Hardy flights
Vancouver Intl to Sandspit flights
Vancouver Intl to Smithers flights
Vancouver Intl to Bella Bella flights
Vancouver Intl to Quesnel flights
Vancouver Intl to Powell River flights
Vancouver Intl to Abbotsford flights

Top 3 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 20 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 66AverageC$ 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Search WestJet flights
Pacific CoastalCheapestC$ 138AverageC$ 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Search Pacific Coastal flights
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 142AverageC$ 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air Canada flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travelers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo?

When you search for this flight from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo?

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for Vancouver Intl to Nanaimo flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.