Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanaimo (YCD) from $119

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — YCD
Apr 2 — Apr 91

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanaimo (YCD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 29, 2024.

Round-trip from

$240

One-way from

$119
From San Francisco to Nanaimo Arpt
One-way flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo Arpt

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 424% on the overall cost on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo at least 14 days early can save you up to 40% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 14 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo for as little as $228 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $428 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $90.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo (SFO - YCD)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between San Francisco and Nanaimo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights heading from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 9/69:15 amSFO - YCD
1 stop4h 55mAir Canada
Sun 9/156:00 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$293
Mon 4/156:25 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop13h 59mAir Canada
Thu 4/186:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$394
Fri 4/194:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop15h 39mAir Canada
Sun 4/216:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$459
Mon 4/156:50 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops13h 34mAir Canada
Thu 4/186:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop5h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$546

Cheap WestJet flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by WestJet for the route between San Francisco and Nanaimo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced WestJet flights we've found at this time heading from San Francisco to Nanaimo. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 9/612:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 29mWestJet
Sun 9/1511:50 amYCD - SFO
2 stops26h 43mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$295
Fri 9/63:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops27h 59mWestJet
Sun 9/155:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$300
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 6/67:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 3/26$345
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 6/67:50 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops18h 44mWestJet
Deal found 3/26$350
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 6/611:50 amYCD - SFO
2 stops26h 44mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$358
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Thu 6/67:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 3/26$398
Tue 6/47:30 amSFO - YCD
1 stop11h 49mWestJet
Thu 6/67:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$421
Thu 7/42:25 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop18h 50mWestJet
Sat 7/135:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$446
Fri 9/67:30 amSFO - YCD
3 stops10h 58mWestJet
Sun 9/155:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$474

Cheap San Francisco to Nanaimo flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Nanaimo specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Prices were last updated on March 29, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Nanaimo in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 4/156:25 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop13h 59mAir Canada
Thu 4/186:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$394
Fri 4/194:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop15h 39mAir Canada
Sun 4/216:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$459
Fri 4/191:48 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop18h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/226:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop5h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$503
Fri 4/198:25 amSFO - YCD
2 stops23h 56mWestJet
Sun 4/215:30 amYCD - SFO
1 stop7h 30mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$507
Mon 4/156:50 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops13h 34mAir Canada
Thu 4/186:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop5h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$546
Fri 4/198:25 amSFO - YCD
2 stops23h 56mWestJet
Sun 4/217:50 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops28h 19mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$562
Fri 4/198:25 amSFO - YCD
2 stops23h 56mWestJet
Mon 4/227:50 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops18h 58mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$572
Fri 4/198:25 amSFO - YCD
2 stops23h 56mWestJet
Mon 4/227:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop17h 10mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$587
Sat 3/306:47 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops13h 37mAir Canada
Sat 4/136:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$1,090

San Francisco to Nanaimo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Nanaimo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Nanaimo in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 9/69:15 amSFO - YCD
1 stop4h 55mAir Canada
Sun 9/156:00 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$293
Fri 9/612:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 29mWestJet
Sun 9/1511:50 amYCD - SFO
2 stops26h 43mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$295
Fri 9/63:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops27h 59mWestJet
Sun 9/155:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$300
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 6/67:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 3/26$345
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 6/67:50 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops18h 44mWestJet
Deal found 3/26$350
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Thu 6/611:50 amYCD - SFO
2 stops26h 44mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$358
Mon 4/156:25 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop13h 59mAir Canada
Thu 4/186:25 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$394
Tue 6/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Thu 6/67:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 3/26$398
Tue 6/47:30 amSFO - YCD
1 stop11h 49mWestJet
Thu 6/67:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$421

One-way flights to Nanaimo from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo can use the search form above.
Thu 9/126:05 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 14mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$119
Thu 9/123:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$121
Thu 7/42:25 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop18h 50mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$190
Thu 7/43:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$235
Thu 9/127:30 amSFO - YCD
3 stops10h 58mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$277
Fri 4/1210:00 amSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 07mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$312

Find flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,228,805 searches. Data last updated March 29, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$293 - $503

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 9/6

1 stop4h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 9/15

1 stop4h 33m

$293

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 9/6

1 stop6h 29m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 9/15

2 stops26h 43m

$295

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 9/6

2 stops27h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 9/15

2 stops8h 58m

$300

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 6/4

2 stops19h 44m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 6/6

1 stop19h 34m

$345

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 6/4

2 stops19h 44m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 6/6

2 stops18h 44m

$350

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 6/4

2 stops19h 44m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 6/6

2 stops26h 44m

$358

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 4/15

1 stop13h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 4/18

1 stop4h 15m

$394

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 4/19

1 stop15h 39m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 4/21

1 stop4h 15m

$459

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 4/19

1 stop18h 36m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 4/22

1 stop5h 57m

$503

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/27

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Nanaimo flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Nanaimo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo is currently $209 while a round-trip flight costs $366. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

YVR

Temperature

39.2 - 64.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanaimo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nanaimo. Reviews last updated March 29, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Canada and WestJet from San Francisco to Nanaimo to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
3,036 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was our first time flying with westjet. We were pleased with checking in crew amd the smooth processing of the whole flight.

7.5
Good
3,036 reviews
7.5
Good
3,036 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was our first time flying with westjet. We were pleased with checking in crew amd the smooth processing of the whole flight.

7.0
Good
6,743 reviews
7.5
Good
3,036 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was our first time flying with westjet. We were pleased with checking in crew amd the smooth processing of the whole flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $293, but on average you can expect to pay $433.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($293), and WestJet ($295) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Nanaimo.

  • What does SFO to YCD mean?

    SFO and YCD are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to YCD refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Nanaimo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Nanaimo flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Nanaimo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 3/28.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$129Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapest$309Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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