Travelling from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Edmonton is one hour ahead of Nanaimo and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your YCD to YEG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
WestJet has direct flights from Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Edmonton — and maybe even more of Canada if time allows.
WestJet is the top choice for travellers on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
$148 is currently the best price for a one-way Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $321. These fares may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from YCD to YEG by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YCD to YEG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
When it comes to Nanaimo Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Nanaimo Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Nanaimo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport? Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay and Kiwi Cove Lodge are close to YCD. They're a particularly good choice if you're jetting out early.
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Consider booking a hotel near YEG if you're catching a late Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Edmonton International Airport rental car and discover Edmonton and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Edmonton International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to the centre of Edmonton has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Edmonton. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edmonton during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -25ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YCD to YEG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south of Edmonton, a trip to Calgary will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Saskatoon, about 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre are the start of reasons to visit.