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Finding cheap flights from Nanaimo to Tofino: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Tofino: Tofino Seaplane Base and Tofino.
There are no flights flying from Nanaimo to Tofino, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Nanaimo to Tofino is usually June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Nanaimo and Tofino. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Tofino 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 Tofino is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tofino, when it usually averages around 17°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is November.

Flying from Nanaimo to Tofino: what you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at one of Nanaimo's main airports, Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) or Nanaimo Airport (YCD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Nanaimo to Tofino departing from either of these.

  • Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ) and Tofino Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (YTP) are the major arrival points in Tofino.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Nanaimo to Tofino flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Tofino

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Nanaimo to Tofino flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Nanaimo to Tofino is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up an awesome deal.

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  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Nanaimo to Tofino flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Arriving in Tofino

  • The distance from Tofino Long Beach Airport (YAZ) to central Tofino is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Start your adventure sooner with a Tofino Long Beach Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget to explore Tofino and beyond.

  • Increase your likelihood of getting the best deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Tofino Long Beach Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a wise move.

More about Tofino

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tofino right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Nanaimo to Tofino:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Long Beach, Tofino Botanical Gardens and Chesterman Beach are popular attractions which should be on every Tofino itinerary.

Explore more of Canada

  • Vancouver is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tofino. Around 209 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.

  • Surrey is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 225 kilometres east of Tofino. No trip is complete without seeing Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.

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