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$1,350+ Cheap flights to Nanaimo

— YCD
26 Oct — 2 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nanaimo in 2026

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Best flights to Nanaimo

Thu 25/311:50 -
2 stops44h 00m
Fri 30/414:30 -
2 stops23h 25m
Deal found 23/9$2,967

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Return from

$1,278

One-way from

$1,350

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,069
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 24/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Sydney to Vancouver
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 12/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • Sydney to Nanaimo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyNanaimo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - YCD Nanaimo Arpt

SYDYCD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

20:30-11:10

2 stops32h 40m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,350

SydneyNanaimo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - YCD Nanaimo Arpt

SYDYCD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

11:15-11:10

2 stops41h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,391

SydneyNanaimo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - YCD Nanaimo Arpt

SYDYCD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/3

11:50-13:50

2 stops44h 00m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 30/4

14:30-06:55

2 stops23h 25m

$2,967

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nanaimo

Rainfall in Nanaimo by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 20.0 - 160.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nanaimo when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Nanaimo by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanaimo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

FAQs about flying to Nanaimo

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanaimo?

    Most people fly into Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they book a flight to Nanaimo. Nanaimo Arpt is conveniently located just 13.7 km from Nanaimo’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nanaimo if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nanaimo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • Does Nanaimo Arpt have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nanaimo Arpt can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nanaimo Arpt?

    Yes. Nanaimo Arpt has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Privacy on the Rivers edge is the closest property to Nanaimo Arpt (1.6 km away from Nanaimo Arpt).

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