Traveling from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
1 hour 35 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport. Calgary is 1 hour ahead of Nanaimo and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Take your pick of 19 weekly flights from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport. The 05:30 departure with WestJet is the earliest flight available from YCD to YYC. WestJet operates the latest service of the day at 23:30 if you're not into early starts.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Visiting Calgary (and seeing more of Canada!) is a breeze with WestJet. This popular airline runs direct flights from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport.
For a flight within Canada, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to bring some form of identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from YCD to YYC, make sure your ID is up to date before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport is C$122. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$232. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap flight tickets from YCD to YYC, reserve your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Traveling from central Nanaimo to Nanaimo Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
If you're taking an early flight from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay Ladysmith. Kiwi Cove Lodge is another handy option near YCD.
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the center of Calgary. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Calgary based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Calgary International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from YCD to YYC in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -18ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Calgary
As soon as you've booked your flights from YCD to YYC, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Calgary. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum are among the things you can't miss in Calgary.
Complete your Calgary trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Calgary International Airport, browse our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Calgary stay.