Flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport (YCD): what you need to know
Ottawa's main airport is Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out your options for flying out of this terminal when reserving your flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport (YCD).
The timezone in Nanaimo is UTC-7, which is 3 hours behind Ottawa. Nanaimo Airport is located in Nanaimo.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Ottawa to YCD.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
About Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Consider staying moments from the tarmac after your flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay Ladysmith is one option close to YCD. Or check in and get some rest at Kiwi Cove Lodge before continuing to your final destination.
Getting from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to central Nanaimo
Nanaimo Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Nanaimo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport from C$165 or travel return from just C$288. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get flight tickets from Ottawa to YCD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Nanaimo in May when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Nanaimo. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Ottawa to YCD during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
Visit in December if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -1ºC and 7ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport.
More about Nanaimo
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nanaimo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Newcastle Island Park, The Bastion and Harbourfront Walkway are highlights which should be on any well-planned Nanaimo itinerary.
Complete your Nanaimo trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Ottawa to Nanaimo Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Nanaimo and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
