Travelling from Seattle to Nanaimo: what you need to know
Seattle is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Nanaimo flying out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
To ensure you make it on your Seattle to Nanaimo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Getting away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Nanaimo
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Seattle to Nanaimo flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a Seattle to Nanaimo flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is an option if you're flying out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Nanaimo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Break up your Seattle to Nanaimo flight with a stop at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). A major stopover between Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport and Nanaimo, it's a good opportunity to take a moment to relax.
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Seattle to Nanaimo, take it easy in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
Arriving in Nanaimo
The distance from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) to central Nanaimo is roughly 0.48 kilometres. It'll take you about 0 hours to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 10 minutes.
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget to explore parts of Nanaimo that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Central Nanaimo is located around 13 kilometres from Nanaimo Airport (YCD). As soon as your flight from Seattle to Nanaimo has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Grab a Nanaimo Airport rental car and be in control of your journey. You can select from popular rental outlets like National and Budget.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from YCD three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
More about Nanaimo
Start your Nanaimo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Nanaimo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Newcastle Island Park, The Bastion and Harbourfront Walkway are top sights which should feature on every Nanaimo itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Nanaimo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 64 kilometres east of Nanaimo, a trip to Vancouver will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
Surrey is another essential stop in Canada and is around 88 kilometres east of Nanaimo. No trip is complete without visiting Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
