Flying from Los Angeles to Nanaimo: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
To ensure you get on your Los Angeles to Nanaimo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Nanaimo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Los Angeles to Nanaimo flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Los Angeles to Nanaimo throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Los Angeles to Nanaimo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
LAX is around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Arriving in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA)
The distance from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) to central Nanaimo is roughly 0.48 kilometres. It'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ZNA:
Drive into your next adventure with a Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget to explore Nanaimo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Central Nanaimo is about 13 kilometres from Nanaimo Airport (YCD). Once your flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Why wait around? A Nanaimo Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Crank up the music and hit the open road with a set of wheels from National or Budget.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from YCD three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
More about Nanaimo
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nanaimo:
Newcastle Island Park and The Bastion are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Nanaimo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Harbourfront Walkway.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Nanaimo. Around 64 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, consider Surrey, roughly 88 kilometres east of Nanaimo. Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park are highlights.
