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The cheapest month to fly to Nanaimo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Nanaimo flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:March

Airports in Nanaimo

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Direct flights to Nanaimo

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Nanaimo: Nanaimo Harbour, Nanaimo, Qualicum, Maple Bay, Ganges Harbor, Vancouver International, and Vancouver Coal Harbour.
Harbour Air, WestJet, Westjet Encore, Air Canada, Helijet Airways, PAL Airlines, Delta and KLM all fly non-stop to Nanaimo.
The cheapest month to fly to Nanaimo is usually September.
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 Nanaimo 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.
Yes – you can fly direct to Nanaimo Harbour Airport or Nanaimo Airport, and the average flight time is 1 hour and 38 minutes.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Nanaimo is C$60. 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.
The cheapest airport near Nanaimo is Nanaimo – which is 13.9 km away from the center of Nanaimo. We've found flights to this airport from C$60.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Nanaimo is Saturday, September 27, 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nanaimo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The average temperature in Nanaimo in June is around 14°C. The warmest month in Nanaimo is typically August, which averages 21°C. The coolest month is December, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is November, and it usually rains the least in July.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nanaimo.

Flying to Nanaimo

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$25
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 38 mins
Most popular airlineHarbour Air
Average flights per week266

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How to find cheap flights to Nanaimo

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way flight to Nanaimo is C$25. A return fare right now is C$60.

  • Book at the perfect time with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app if Nanaimo ticket prices change.

  • Book as early as possible. You might even be able to land some excellent early bird deals on tickets to Nanaimo.

  • Choose 'Add nearby airports' when searching for a better chance of landing cheap Nanaimo flights. Doing this will give you more choices for where to start and end your trip, as well as different fares.

  • Consider taking a flight with a stop, as indirect journeys can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your Nanaimo plane tickets.

Best time to go to Nanaimo

  • To find the cheapest month or even day for Nanaimo flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, look for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.

  • Check the weather conditions before you travel. August brings the warmest days in Nanaimo, averaging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • December sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around -1ºC (30ºF) to 7ºC (45ºF).

Flying to Nanaimo: what you need to know

  • When organizing your Nanaimo flight, you have a few choices for your arrival airport. Consider flying into Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) or Nanaimo Airport (YCD).

  • After booking your Nanaimo plane ticket, find a stay that's just right for your adventure. Here's a lineup of comfy hotels to check out:

Getting to central Nanaimo from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA)

  • Central Nanaimo is about 0.48 kilometres from ZNA, the city's main airport.

  • Once you've landed from your flight to Nanaimo, the drive to the centre takes around 0 hours.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 10 minutes.

  • Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some good hotels near Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport. Check in to one of these after your Nanaimo flight touches down:

Nanaimo highlights

  • Step off your flight to Nanaimo and make a beeline for some of this city's best attractions:

    • Newcastle Island Park

    • The Bastion

    • Harbourfront Walkway

Complete your trip with a Nanaimo car rental

Choose from a variety of car rentals in Nanaimo and go where you want, when you want. With one easy search, compare rates and find the best price after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to Nanaimo.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.