Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 30 minutes.
There are 134 Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport flights each week to choose from.
Leave enough time to catch your YVR to YCD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport, so getting to Nanaimo (and then exploring more of Canada!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Pacific Coastal Airlines on this route.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier that offers YVR to YCD flights, with 77.78% of its services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
At the moment, Rs6,955 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs17,932. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from YVR to YCD by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from YVR to YCD.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport flight. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay and Kiwi Cove Lodge are comfortable options near YCD.
Pick up a Nanaimo Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. National and Budget can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Nanaimo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Nanaimo Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to central Nanaimo
Nanaimo Airport to the centre of Nanaimo has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Nanaimo in April.
Book your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Nanaimo Airport for August if you want to visit Nanaimo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 24ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to YCD in December. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Nanaimo, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey around 64 kilometres east to Vancouver to check off its leading attractions. From Stanley Park to Granville Island and Science World, your itinerary will be busy.
Surrey is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 88 kilometres east of Nanaimo. No journey is complete without seeing Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
