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Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Nanaimo (YCD)

PDX — YCD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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$248
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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 September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada from Portland 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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Graeme,Sep 2025

YWG - YVR

Why not start boarding from the higher seat numbers? Easier movement for everyone. Easier to put baggage in over head lockers. Unable to get a coffee due to air turbulence, but not offered the chance to have a coffee once it had ceased.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Graeme,Sep 2025

YWG - YVR

Why not start boarding from the higher seat numbers? Easier movement for everyone. Easier to put baggage in over head lockers. Unable to get a coffee due to air turbulence, but not offered the chance to have a coffee once it had ceased.

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

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Top airline flying from Portland to Nanaimo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$199Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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