Cheap Flights to Nanaimo Airport
Nanaimo Airport serves central Vancouver Island on Canada’s Pacific coast. It offers direct flights to Vancouver, Calgary, Kelowna and Edmonton.
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or request an offerAbout Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
YCD is served by Air Canada, WestJet and Pacific Coastal Airlines, connecting the island to western Canada.
IATA/ICAO codes
YCD / CYCD
Location
Cassidy, about 18 km south of downtown Nanaimo
Key airline
Air Canada, WestJet, Pacific Coastal
Notable feature
Main airport for central Vancouver Island
Popular Routes
YCD’s network focuses on western Canadian cities.
Route Type
Popular Connections
British Columbia
Vancouver, Kelowna
Alberta
Calgary, Edmonton
Best Time to Book Cheap Flights
Booking 4 to 8 weeks ahead is recommended. Summer is peak season, and winters are mild and rainy.
About Nanaimo
Nanaimo is a harbour city known for its waterfront promenade, seafood, outdoor activities and the dessert that carries its name.
Things to Know When Flying Into Nanaimo
Rental cars are the best way to explore Vancouver Island.
BC Ferries connect Nanaimo with Vancouver, with two terminals.
The Nanaimo bar is a famous local dessert.
Tofino and Ucluelet are roughly a 2.5 hour drive away.
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FAQs — Flights to International Airport
Nanaimo is the gateway to central Vancouver Island, with a waterfront harbour, Newcastle and Gabriola islands, and access to Tofino and Pacific Rim beaches.
Air Canada, WestJet and Pacific Coastal Airlines operate scheduled service.
The airport is about 18 km (11 miles) south of downtown, in Cassidy, roughly a 20 minute drive.
Vancouver is the busiest route, followed by Calgary, Kelowna and Edmonton.
Booking 4 to 8 weeks in advance is recommended; summer is peak season, while winters are mild and rainy.
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