Travelling from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Nanaimo Airport is located in Nanaimo. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is 3 hours ahead of Nanaimo.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from YCD to Ottawa. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Once you've booked your flight tickets from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa, get your documents in order. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within Canada. As long as you have another valid form of identification, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.
Travelling from central Nanaimo to YCD takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa? Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay Ladysmith and Kiwi Cove Lodge are near YCD. They're an especially great choice if you're taking off early.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Ottawa
C$143 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$387. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YCD to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 22 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YND:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). After your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 19 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 43 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from YCD to Ottawa, rest your head at a hotel close to YOW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before booking your flights from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from YCD to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
After locking in your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are top attractions which should be on every Ottawa itinerary.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Ottawa and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa.
