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Nanaimo.$151 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 10, returning Tue, Jun 17.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Calgary on Tue, Jun 10, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Nanaimo on Tue, Jun 17, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.
Nanaimo.$152 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 31, returning Tue, Jun 3.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Calgary on Sat, May 31, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Nanaimo on Tue, Jun 3, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.
Nanaimo.$172 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 23, returning Fri, May 30.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Calgary on Fri, May 23, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Nanaimo on Fri, May 30, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.
Nanaimo.$216 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 18, returning Mon, Sep 22.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Calgary on Thu, Sep 18, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Nanaimo on Mon, Sep 22, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Nanaimo.$264 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 23, returning Mon, May 26.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departing from Calgary on Fri, May 23, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departing from Nanaimo on Mon, May 26, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $264, select.
Nanaimo.$278 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 12, returning Sun, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departing from Calgary on Thu, Jun 12, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departing from Nanaimo on Sun, Jun 15, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
Nanaimo.$283 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 6, returning Mon, Jul 7.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Calgary on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Nanaimo on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $283, select.
Nanaimo.$293 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 27, returning Wed, Jul 23.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Calgary on Fri, Jun 27, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Nanaimo on Wed, Jul 23, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo?

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Direct flights from Calgary to Nanaimo

Calgary to Nanaimo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Calgary to Nanaimo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nanaimo.

Calgary to Nanaimo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$151
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 56 mins
Most popular airlineWestjet Encore
Average flights per week62

Finding cheap flights from Calgary to Nanaimo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Calgary to Nanaimo is $151. 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.
1 hour and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Calgary to Nanaimo.
Westjet Encore, WestJet and Delta fly direct from Calgary to Nanaimo.
There are 62 flights per week flying from Calgary to Nanaimo, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Calgary Airport to Nanaimo Airport on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 56 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 Nanaimo 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 Nanaimo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nanaimo.

Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Flights from YYC to YCD start at 10:30 — the earliest with WestJet. The latest departure is at 23:30 with WestJet. In total, there are 18 weekly Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport flights.

  • Your YYC to YCD flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • WestJet offers direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Nanaimo — and maybe even more of Canada if time allows.

  • Most travelers choose to fly with WestJet on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating YYC to YCD flights is WestJet. Its services land as planned 65.29% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)

  • $85 is currently the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport flight. A return flight starts at $151. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from YYC to YCD, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure.

  • Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from YYC to YCD.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.

  • Of the departures from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% land on time at their destination.

  • Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometers from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.

  • Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to YYC:

Arriving at Nanaimo Airport (YCD)

  • Nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've just come in on a late Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport flight. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay and Kiwi Cove Lodge are great options near YCD.

  • Explore beyond Nanaimo and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can book a Nanaimo Airport rental car from popular outlets like National or Budget.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Nanaimo Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to central Nanaimo

  • Nanaimo Airport to the center of Nanaimo has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.

  • Traveling to the center by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Nanaimo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Nanaimo Airport for August if you want to go to Nanaimo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC to YCD in December. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've done Nanaimo, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey around 64 kilometers east to Vancouver to tick off its top attractions. From Stanley Park to Granville Island and Science World, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Surrey is another essential stop in Canada and is around 88 kilometers east of Nanaimo. No trip is complete without seeing Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Calgary to Nanaimo

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