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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Vancouver.C$111 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 19, returning Sun, Jun 22.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departing from Nanaimo on Thu, Jun 19, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departing from Vancouver International on Sun, Jun 22, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$111, select.
Vancouver.C$116 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 29, returning Sun, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departing from Nanaimo on Thu, May 29, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departing from Vancouver International on Sun, Jun 1, arriving in Nanaimo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$116, select.
Vancouver.C$118 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 17, returning Wed, Jul 30.Round-trip flight with Harbour Air.Outbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Nanaimo Harbour on Thu, Jul 17, arriving in Vancouver Coal Harbour.Inbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Vancouver Coal Harbour on Wed, Jul 30, arriving in Nanaimo Harbour.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$118, select.
Vancouver.C$118 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 7, returning Wed, May 14.Round-trip flight with Harbour Air.Outbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Nanaimo Harbour on Wed, May 7, arriving in Vancouver Coal Harbour.Inbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Vancouver Coal Harbour on Wed, May 14, arriving in Nanaimo Harbour.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$118, select.
Vancouver.C$162 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 14, returning Sat, Jul 5.Round-trip flight with Harbour Air.Outbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Nanaimo Harbour on Sat, Jun 14, arriving in Vancouver Coal Harbour.Inbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Vancouver Coal Harbour on Sat, Jul 5, arriving in Nanaimo Harbour.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$162, select.
Vancouver.C$163 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 17, returning Mon, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Harbour Air.Outbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Nanaimo Harbour on Thu, Jul 17, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Vancouver Coal Harbour on Mon, Aug 4, arriving in Nanaimo Harbour.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$163, select.
Vancouver.C$163 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 7, returning Mon, Aug 25.Round-trip flight with Harbour Air.Outbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Nanaimo Harbour on Thu, Aug 7, arriving in Vancouver Coal Harbour.Inbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Vancouver Coal Harbour on Mon, Aug 25, arriving in Nanaimo Harbour.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$163, select.
Vancouver.C$178 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 24, returning Mon, Sep 1.Round-trip flight with Harbour Air and Helijet Airways.Outbound direct flight with Harbour Air departing from Nanaimo Harbour on Sun, Aug 24, arriving in Vancouver Coal Harbour.Inbound direct flight with Helijet Airways departing from Vancouver Coal Harbour on Mon, Sep 1, arriving in Nanaimo Harbour.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$178, 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 June.
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Nanaimo to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$111
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time28 mins
Most popular airlineHarbour Air
Average flights per week192

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 round-trip flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver is C$111. 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.
28 minutes is the average flight time from Nanaimo to Vancouver.
Harbour Air, Helijet Airways and Air Canada fly direct from Nanaimo to Vancouver.
There are 192 flights per week flying from Nanaimo to Vancouver, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Nanaimo to Vancouver is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Nanaimo, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the center of Vancouver. We've found flights to this airport from C$111.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nanaimo to Vancouver on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 28 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 11°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver is WestJet.

Travelling from Nanaimo to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Start your journey at one of Nanaimo's main airports, Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) or Nanaimo Airport (YCD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver taking off from either of these.

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) are the major arrival points in Vancouver.

  • Book a direct Nanaimo to Vancouver flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 25 minutes.

  • Vancouver is one hour ahead of Nanaimo and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • With 56 flights a week between the two airports, Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver with Helijet Airways at 07:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from ZNA to CXH is with Harbour Air at 18:45.

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

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Vancouver

  • To pick up cheap Nanaimo to Vancouver flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Nanaimo to Vancouver is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Nanaimo to Vancouver.

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

Arriving in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:

  • Follow your own route with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Vancouver and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • Central Vancouver is located around 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). As soon as your flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver, rest your head at a hotel near CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during busy airport times.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YXX after your Nanaimo to Vancouver flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:

  • Whether you're after an economy for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the right Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Explore wheels available from providers such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.

  • About one week before your flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver is a good time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.

More about Vancouver

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.

Explore more of Canada

  • Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of Canada, consider Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nanaimo to Vancouver

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