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Flight deals from Nanaimo to Vancouver

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $140. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.$140 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $140, select.
Vancouver.$140 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $140, select.
Vancouver.$140 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $140, select.
Vancouver.$177 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Nanaimo on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $177, select.
Vancouver.$293 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.
Vancouver.$294 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.
Vancouver.$331 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Nanaimo on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $331, select.
Vancouver.$331 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $331, select.
Vancouver.$365 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $365, select.
Vancouver.$378 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $378, select.
Vancouver.$379 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $379, select.
Vancouver.$399 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Nanaimo on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $399, select.
Vancouver.$692 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Nanaimo on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $692, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nanaimo to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nanaimo to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Direct flights from Nanaimo to Vancouver

Alternative Nanaimo to Vancouver routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nanaimo to Vancouver? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Vancouver Coal Harbour

3km from central Vancouver
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Vancouver International

10km from central Vancouver
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Sechelt

51km from central Vancouver
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Ganges Harbor

54km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo

60km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo Harbour

61km from central Vancouver
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Abbotsford

61km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$83
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time35 mins
Most popular airlineJazz Air
Average flights per week109

Finding cheap flights from Nanaimo to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, Nanaimo Harbour, and Abbotsford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver is $140. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
35 minutes is the average flight time from Nanaimo to Vancouver.
Jazz Air, Air Canada and Lufthansa fly direct from Nanaimo to Vancouver.
As of April 2026, there are 109 flights per week flying from Nanaimo to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from Nanaimo to Vancouver is usually May.
If you're flying from Nanaimo Airport, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the centre of Vancouver. We've found flights into this airport from $140.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver on Monday, 11 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 7°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver.

Flying from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Around 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver.

  • Nanaimo (the location of Nanaimo Airport) and Vancouver are in the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most traveled route, with 29 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from YCD to YVR is with WestJet at 15:40. Go for the first departure with Air Canada at 05:50 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your YCD to Vancouver flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Begin your journey at YCD and fly straight to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver tickets.

  • Be on the lookout for promotions from Air Canada. This airline operates direct flights from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver.

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Nanaimo, YCD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • If you have an early flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay. Kiwi Cove Lodge is another handy option near YCD.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Nanaimo Airport, 74.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Vancouver

  • $83 is currently the best price for a one-way Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver flight. Return flight tickets start at $140. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Book two months before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from YCD to Vancouver.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from YCD to Vancouver.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:

  • Follow your own route with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and venture far and wide through Vancouver and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from YCD to Vancouver can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • Once your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).

  • Public transport will get you there in about 15 minutes.

  • Following your YCD to Vancouver flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from CXH once your travel dates are set.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver.

  • Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your YCD to Vancouver flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:

  • Whether you'd like a compact for a solo escape or a full-size SUV to transport your group, you'll find the perfect Abbotsford Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from companies such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.

  • Around one week ahead of your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to book your ride from YXX. You're more likely to land a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • Visit Vancouver during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Before booking a Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YCD to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.

More about Vancouver

  • Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Vancouver, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Granville Island and Stanley Park are just two of the major attractions to add to your Vancouver travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.

Explore more of Canada

  • Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.

  • Kamloops is another essential stop in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nanaimo to Vancouver

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