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$78+ Cheap flights from Calgary to Nanaimo (YYC - YCD)

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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — YCD
Apr 15 — Apr 221
Wed 4/15
Wed 4/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Calgary to Nanaimo Arpt are usually found in November or September, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Calgary to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Calgary to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 16, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/214:10 pm
YYC
-
YCD
1 stop24h 00m
WestJet
Tue 5/263:45 pm
YCD
-
YYC
1 stop4h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 3/14$150
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:15 am
YYC
-
YCD
2 stops6h 50m
WestJet
Sat 4/183:40 pm
YCD
-
YYC
2 stops5h 22m
WestJet
Deal found 3/14$179
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/271:00 pm
YYC
-
YCD
1 stop3h 10m
WestJet
Wed 4/293:45 pm
YCD
-
YYC
1 stop5h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 3/12$196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/271:00 pm
YYC
-
YCD
1 stop3h 10m
WestJet
Sat 7/43:45 pm
YCD
-
YYC
1 stop4h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 3/13$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/811:30 pm
YYC
-
YCD
1 stop16h 35m
WestJet
Sat 4/113:40 pm
YCD
-
YYC
2 stops5h 22m
WestJet
Deal found 3/11$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/147:45 am
YYC
-
YCD
1 stop8h 20m
WestJet
Thu 4/163:40 pm
YCD
-
YYC
2 stops5h 22m
WestJet
Deal found 3/15$220

Find flight deals from Calgary to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Calgary (YYC) 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 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$309

Good round-trip deal

$152 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Calgary to Nanaimo that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Thu 5/21

9:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 5/26

3:25 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$165

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Fri 4/17

9:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 4/18

3:40 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops5h 22m

$179
Quickest round-trip

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Sat 6/27

1:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop3h 10m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 7/4

3:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$202

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Thu 4/23

11:40 pm-3:26 pm

1 stop16h 46m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 4/27

5:45 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$280

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Fri 4/3

11:40 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops16h 25m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 4/5

5:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$303
Cheapest one-way

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Wed 5/27

10:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$117
Quickest one-way

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Wed 4/22

11:30 pm-12:26 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$124

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Fri 6/19

9:55 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$151

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Fri 8/7

7:00 am-3:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$195

CalgaryNanaimo

YYC - YCD

YYCYCD

Calgary

Sun 4/19

11:30 pm-12:26 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$203

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Compare providers for flights from Calgary to Nanaimo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Calgary to Nanaimo in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Calgary-Nanaimo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Calgary-Nanaimo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Calgary-Nanaimo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Calgary-Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Calgary-Nanaimo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nanaimo from Calgary with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Calgary to Nanaimo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Calgary to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Calgary to Nanaimo is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo (average of $46). Flying from Calgary to Nanaimo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $75). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YYC to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from Calgary to Nanaimo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 16, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Calgary to Nanaimo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

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 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with WestJet from Calgary to Nanaimo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,295 reviews

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,295 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,295 reviews

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Calgary to Nanaimo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    If you book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo, you will be flying from Calgary to Nanaimo Arpt. Flights to Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) from Calgary (YYC) take 1h 45m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Calgary to Nanaimo per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Calgary to Nanaimo flight route?

    This flight path from Calgary to Nanaimo Arpt was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    Airlines like WestJet fly from Calgary to Nanaimo in about 24h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 459 mi between Calgary and Nanaimo.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Calgary to Nanaimo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Calgary to Nanaimo round-trip from $100. WestJet is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo consider choosing WestJet Encore (76%), WestJet (72%) or KLM (69%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Calgary to Nanaimo? While on average our users pay $234, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (Calgary - Nanaimo Arpt), is priced around $189.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Calgary to Nanaimo.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Calgary 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Nanaimo (average of $46). Flying from Calgary to Nanaimo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $75). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Calgary to Nanaimo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$100Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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