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Nanaimo.£506 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Nanaimo on Sun, 10 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £506, select.
Nanaimo.£555 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Icelandair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Nanaimo on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £555, select.
Nanaimo.£563 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Nanaimo on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £563, select.
Nanaimo.£593 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Nanaimo on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £593, select.
Nanaimo.£639 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Nanaimo on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £639, select.
Nanaimo.£683 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Nanaimo on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £683, select.
Nanaimo.£710 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Manchester on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Nanaimo on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From £710, select.
Nanaimo.£727 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Glasgow Intl on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Nanaimo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Nanaimo on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From £727, select.

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from £556
May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Airports in Nanaimo

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Nanaimo Harbour

0 miles from central Nanaimo
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from £597
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Nanaimo

9 miles from central Nanaimo
from £507
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Qualicum

26 miles from central Nanaimo
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Maple Bay

28 miles from central Nanaimo
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Ganges Harbor

30 miles from central Nanaimo
from £561
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Vancouver International

34 miles from central Nanaimo
Cheapest
from £315
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Vancouver Coal Harbour

38 miles from central Nanaimo
from £572
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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Nanaimo: Nanaimo Harbour, Nanaimo, Qualicum, Maple Bay, Ganges Harbor, Vancouver International, and Vancouver Coal Harbour.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Nanaimo. But we found flights with one or more stops from £507.
The cheapest month to fly to Nanaimo is usually May.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nanaimo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
The best price we found for a return flight to Nanaimo is £506. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest airport near Nanaimo is Nanaimo – which is 8.7 miles away from the centre of Nanaimo. We've found flights into this airport from £506.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Nanaimo is Monday, 4 May 2026.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nanaimo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The average temperature in Nanaimo in February is around 4°C. The warmest month in Nanaimo is typically August, which averages 21°C. The coolest month is December, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is November, and it usually rains the least in July.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nanaimo.

Flying to Nanaimo

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£507
Cheapest month to flyMay

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How to find cheap flights to Nanaimo

  • £506 is the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Nanaimo. For a one-way ticket, the lowest fare is £248.

  • Snag a great deal by creating a Price Alert. We'll stay on top of it for you, sending updates when fares drop.

  • The earlier you book, the better. You might even be able to score some awesome early bird deals on your flight.

  • Widen your search for cheap flights to Nanaimo by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' filter. This lets you browse fares for other airports in the region, which could mean lower fares.

  • If you aren't in a rush to get to the city, think about taking a scenic route. You might find cheaper fares by booking a flight with one or more stops.

Best time to go to Nanaimo

  • Use the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that suits your budget and schedule.

  • Check the weather before you head off. August is the warmest time of year in Nanaimo, with averages between 13ºC and 24ºC.

  • December is when temperatures are at their coolest, between -1ºC and 7ºC.

  • With three days of rain on average, July is the driest month in Nanaimo.

  • November has the wettest weather. You can expect around 14 days of rainfall.

Flying to Nanaimo: what you need to know

  • There are a few arrival airports to consider for your Nanaimo flight. Browse the options for touching down at Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) or Nanaimo Airport (YCD).

  • The majority of travellers land at Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA), the city's busiest airport.

  • After booking your ticket, find a stay that's just right for your adventure. Here's a roundup of top hotels to put on your short list:

Getting to central Nanaimo from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA)

  • ZNA, the city's main airport, is located about 0.48 kms (0.30 miles) from central Nanaimo.

  • You'll reach the centre in around 5 minutes if you're taking a cab or ride-share after your flight to Nanaimo.

  • Expect the trip to take roughly 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some good hotels near Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport. Check in and relax at one of these after your flight to Nanaimo lands:

Nanaimo highlights

  • These leading attractions should feature on your must-do list after stepping off your flight to Nanaimo:

    • Scenery tours Vancouver Island: Around 6 kms (4 miles) northwest of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing in the city.

    • Island Roots Market Co-op: Put some of your travel budget to good use here while exploring Nanaimo. You'll find this shopping area roughly 5 kms (3 miles) northwest of the centre.

    • Wildheart Adventures: Take on this landmark next. About 11 kms (7 miles) southeast of the city centre, it's well worth visiting for the full Nanaimo experience.

Explore more of Canada

  • There's loads more to see and do in Canada, starting with Vancouver. Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall are must-visits in this city, which is around 64 kms (40 miles) east of Nanaimo. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the main airport of Vancouver.

  • Surrey is another popular destination in Canada and is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) east of Nanaimo. Make it a trip to remember with stops at Vinoscenti Vineyards, Green Timbers Urban Forest and Queen Mary Park.

  • Or take off to Victoria, about 88 kms (55 miles) southeast of Nanaimo. Prince of Whales Whale Watching, Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada and Inner Harbour are among the many reasons to visit. You can get here by flying into Victoria International Airport (YYJ).

Complete your trip with a Nanaimo car hire

  • Thinking of renting a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Nanaimo and travel on your terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flight to Nanaimo.

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