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£304+ Cheap flights to Nanaimo

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— YCD
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nanaimo in 2026

Find the latest flights to Nanaimo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Return from

£365

One-way from

£1,290

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£544
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 26/2-1/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 08m total
  • London to Vancouver
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 20m total
  • London to Nanaimo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£69 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Thu 22/114:50
LHR
-
YCD
2 stops56h 18m
WestJet
Mon 26/115:40
YCD
-
LHR
2 stops37h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 13/1£304
Thu 22/115:00
LHR
-
YCD
1 stop17h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/111:55
YCD
-
LHR
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£630
Thu 22/113:45
LHR
-
YCD
2 stops32h 36m
United Airlines
Mon 26/115:00
YCD
-
LHR
3 stops35h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/1£709
Thu 22/108:40
LCY
-
YCD
2 stops23h 52m
KLM
Mon 26/111:55
YCD
-
LCY
2 stops13h 35m
KLM
Deal found 13/1£774
Tue 4/813:05
LHR
-
YCD
2 stops33h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 25/814:45
YCD
-
LHR
2 stops37h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1£946
Tue 4/810:35
LGW
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YCD
2 stops58h 44m
WestJet
Tue 25/815:40
YCD
-
LGW
2 stops33h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 14/1£1,040
Tue 4/814:10
LHR
-
YCD
2 stops32h 59m
WestJet
Tue 25/815:00
YCD
-
LHR
1 stop13h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 14/1£2,920
Wed 3/614:10
LHR
-
YCD
1 stop13h 12m
WestJet
Thu 18/615:00
YCD
-
LHR
1 stop13h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 13/1£3,073

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonNanaimo

LHR - YCD

LHRYCD

London Heathrow

Wed 3/6

14:10-19:22

1 stop13h 12m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 18/6

15:00-12:05

1 stop13h 05m

£3,073

LondonNanaimo

LHR - YCD

LHRYCD

London Heathrow

Thu 4/6

14:10-19:22

1 stop13h 12m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 18/6

15:00-12:05

1 stop13h 05m

£3,674

LondonNanaimo

LHR - YCD

LHRYCD

London Heathrow

Mon 30/3

21:25-11:05

3 stops45h 40m

£478

LondonNanaimo

LHR - YCD

LHRYCD

London Heathrow

Mon 30/3

14:10-00:33

1 stop18h 23m

£539

LondonNanaimo

LHR - YCD

LHRYCD

London Heathrow

Sat 23/5

17:40-11:00

2 stops25h 20m

£1,290

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nanaimo

How long is the flight to Nanaimo?

On average, a flight from London to Nanaimo takes 25 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Nanaimo from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Nanaimo?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Nanaimo are Air Canada and WestJet.

Air Canada
Air Canada
From £494
WestJet
WestJet
From £350

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nanaimo?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Nanaimo are WestJet and Air Canada.

Rainfall in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 20.0 - 160.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanaimo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nanaimo. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown WestJet and Air Canada to Canada. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,241 reviews
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Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,241 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,241 reviews
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Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,622 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,241 reviews
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Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying

FAQs about flying to Nanaimo

Getting around Nanaimo

The best way to see Nanaimo and the beautiful sights of Vancouver Island is by car. Visitors will find rental outlets near the harbour area, where the ferry arrives. Mountain bikes are a good alternative during the summer and can be easily rented. Buses do operate on some routes, but check the schedule as the service is not frequent.

  • When is the best time to fly to Nanaimo?

    This is a destination that can be enjoyed all year round. Skiers should head over between December and March, but for most people May and June will be perfect, with lovely weather and lighter crowds than high season in July and August. Try March for bargains in-between the seasons, and catch the town’s fine Music Festival as well.

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

    Travelers will need to book flights to Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) if they wish to fly to Nanaimo. The Nanaimo airport is 8.5 mi from the city center.

  • 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.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nanaimo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, WestJet is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nanaimo.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nanaimo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nanaimo, London offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 47 minutes).

  • 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. A One-of-a-Kind Rural Stay on Covered Wagon Trail (with EV Charging) is the closest property to Nanaimo Arpt (1.0 mi away from Nanaimo Arpt).

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