Travelling from Los Angeles to Nanaimo: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
Allow plenty of time to make your Los Angeles to Nanaimo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
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.
There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Los Angeles to Nanaimo.
Find an affordable Los Angeles to Nanaimo flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it easy to find a Los Angeles to Nanaimo flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
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Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Arriving in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) is approximately 0.48 kilometres from the centre of Nanaimo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 0 hours.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 10 minutes.
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Book your ride from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, you may want to book your Los Angeles to Nanaimo flight even earlier.
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
As soon as your flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Nanaimo is roughly 13 kilometres from Nanaimo Airport (YCD).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Land, grab your Nanaimo Airport rental car, and drive away without skipping a beat. National and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at YCD can help you lock in a better rate.
More about Nanaimo
Start your Nanaimo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Nanaimo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Newcastle Island Park and The Bastion are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Nanaimo to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at 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.
