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

To save up to 36% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 34 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Richmond to Nanaimo from $194 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $198 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Nanaimo?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Nanaimo from Richmond. Users have commonly found prices around $475 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $156. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

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

When flying from Richmond to Nanaimo, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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Round-trip from	$799 (WestJet)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$501

From Richmond Byrd Intl to Nanaimo Arpt

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Thu 6/266:00 amRIC - YCD

2 stops12h 09mWestJet

Thu 7/37:57 pmYCD - RIC

2 stops11h 00mWestJet

Deal found 6/10

$799

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Thu 6/266:00 amRIC - YCD

2 stops12h 09mWestJet

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2 stops11h 00mWestJet

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Thu 6/266:00 amRIC - YCD

2 stops12h 09mWestJet

Thu 7/37:57 pmYCD - RIC

2 stops11h 00mWestJet

Deal found 6/10

$799

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Rainfall in Nanaimo by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 0.8 - 6.3 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Nanaimo when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanaimo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanaimo

WestJet

7.2

Good

2,868 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Kim,May 2025

YEG - YYJ

Some of the crew weren't the most helpful or pleasant.

WestJet

7.2

Good

2,868 reviews

WestJet

7.2

Good

2,868 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Kim,May 2025

YEG - YYJ

Some of the crew weren't the most helpful or pleasant.

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Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Nanaimo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Nanaimo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Nanaimo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Nanaimo?
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