How far do most flights from Nanaimo go?

Historically, flights from Nanaimo have shown a varied distribution in terms of distance. Medium-haul flights typically account for the largest share, at 52% of the observed routes. Long-haul flights represent 30% of the routes, while short-haul flights make up 18%. This data reflects trends observed in the trailing 90 days.

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Nanaimo?

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, destinations within Canada typically offer the most affordable flights from Nanaimo. For instance, Cranbrook in Canada has a median price of $168 CAD. Flights to the United States, such as San Francisco, generally have a higher median price of $355 CAD. Other regions like Costa Rica, with destinations such as Liberia, show median prices around $502 CAD.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Nanaimo?

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Nanaimo, with an average price of $497 USD. This represents a savings of approximately 19% compared to the annual median average price of $617 USD. January is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $533 USD. These trends are based on historical pricing data.

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Canada • Sep 2026

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Flights from Nanaimo: Overview

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Travelers from Nanaimo can reach 107 unique cities across 22 countries, based on recent fare data over the last 90 days. The vast majority of recent fares from Nanaimo are for destinations within Canada, accounting for 98%. The United States represents the next largest share at 2%, with other countries making up a minimal portion of the available flights. Popular Canadian destinations include Vancouver, Calgary, and Kelowna.

For those seeking cheap flights from Nanaimo, the most affordable options right now begin with flights to Vancouver, Canada, starting at CAD $93 for a roundtrip. You can also find competitive fares to Calgary, Canada, from CAD $157. Another economical choice is Kelowna, Canada, with prices beginning at CAD $163. These prices reflect recent roundtrip fares available.

The route mix from Nanaimo shows a significant presence of medium-haul flights, making up 52% of all recent routes. Long-haul flights account for 30% of the available routes, while short-haul flights represent 18%. This indicates a balanced distribution across various distances for travelers departing from Nanaimo.

When looking for flight deals from Nanaimo, Vancouver, Canada, is the most frequently discounted destination, appearing most often in recent fare observations over the last 90 days. This suggests it is a consistently available and popular route for travelers. Another frequently observed destination is London, United Kingdom, indicating its regular presence in recent flight offerings from Nanaimo.

Most popular airlines from Nanaimo

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Sat, Jul 25

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ZNA - Manila

Nanaimo (ZNA) - Manila (MNL)

Borajet

$1,312

$1,060

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Sun, Jul 26

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YCD - Copenhagen

Nanaimo (YCD) - Copenhagen (CPH)

KLM

$929

$939

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Wed, Jul 29

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ZNA - Düsseldorf

Nanaimo (ZNA) - Düsseldorf (NRN)

Borajet

$1,699

$1,537

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Wed, Jul 22

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YCD - Dublin

Nanaimo (YCD) - Dublin (DUB)

WestJet

$876

$978

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Wed, Jul 22

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YCD - Halifax

Nanaimo (YCD) - Halifax (YHZ)

WestJet

$578

$701

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Sat, Jul 25

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YCD - London

Nanaimo (YCD) - London (YXU)

WestJet

$610

$695

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$605

Chiang Mai

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Thailand • Oct 2026

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$867

Cancún

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Mexico • Oct 2026

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$402

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TOP

Brazil • Jan 2027

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$720

Cebu

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Philippines • Nov 2026

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$938

Singapore

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Singapore • Sep 2026

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$978

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YCD - Dublin

$1,171 → $605

-39%

YCD - Chiang Mai

$1,420 → $867

-25%

YCD - Penang

$1,703 → $1,273

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Nanaimo airport insights

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Flights from ZNA start at $80, while flights from YCD start at $20.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Aug

August tends to have lower flight prices from Nanaimo.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 months in advance

Booking 2-8 months in advance can save you money, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

WestJet, Air Canada

These carriers offer a mix of domestic and regional flights from Nanaimo.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$50 direct / ~$93 roundtrip

The best deals from Nanaimo are to Canadian cities like Vancouver and Calgary.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Thu - Sat - Mon

Flights from Nanaimo are cheapest on Thursday, Saturday, and Monday, based on 3 months of data.

Nanaimo main airports to depart from

Nanaimo (YCD)

Cheapest

This airport is suitable for travelers seeking regional connections from Nanaimo and surrounding areas.

📍 ~14 km from Nanaimo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$93

Nanaimo Harbour (ZNA)

This airport is ideal for travelers looking for convenient seaplane access directly from Nanaimo Harbour.

📍 ~1 km from Nanaimo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$108

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Vancouver International (YVR)

Cheapest

Vancouver International is a premier alternative with an extensive route network, though it requires a ferry crossing.

📍 ~55 km from Nanaimo (reachable by car and ferry or connecting flight)

💸 Flights from ~CA$68

Victoria International (YYJ)

Victoria International is a practical island-based alternative, offering a wider range of flights without a ferry.

📍 ~69 km from Nanaimo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$106

CFB Comox (YQQ)

CFB Comox is a secondary island hub, providing several daily domestic connections and avoiding ferry travel.

📍 ~91 km from Nanaimo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$95

Abbotsford International (YXX)

Abbotsford International is a major hub for low-cost carriers, potentially offering savings on domestic routes.

📍 ~116 km from Nanaimo (reachable by car and ferry)

💸 Flights from ~CA$96

Bellingham International (BLI)

Bellingham International is useful for travelers seeking low-cost US domestic flights, but requires a border crossing.

📍 ~110 km from Nanaimo (reachable by car and ferry)

💸 Flights from ~CA$92

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Booking Flights from Nanaimo: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Nanaimo have offered median prices under $300 CAD. For example, flights to Cranbrook typically have a median price of $168 CAD, and Saskatoon flights are around $169 CAD. Other affordable options include Edmonton at a median of $197 CAD and Terrace at $207 CAD. These prices reflect trends observed across the trailing 90 days.

In the trailing 90 days, Nanaimo has been connected to 107 unique cities across 22 countries. The vast majority of these connections, approximately 98%, are within Canada. The United States accounts for about 2% of the connections, with other countries making up a smaller share.

Across the trailing quarter, some of the most frequently served destinations from Nanaimo include Vancouver (YVR) and another Vancouver location (CXH). London, United Kingdom (LHR) also appears among the most popular destinations. These destinations have historically shown consistent service from Nanaimo.

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