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$238+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Nanaimo (YCD)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YCD
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Wed 11/5
Wed 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$220
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$393
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 6, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Mon 10/2010:15 amSFO - YCD
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/253:40 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Sun 10/193:17 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/253:40 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$380
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:30 amSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 51mAir Canada
Fri 11/1410:00 amYCD - SFO
1 stop5h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 10/5$398
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:00 amSFO - YCD
2 stops7h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/143:40 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$435
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Mon 10/207:30 amSFO - YCD
2 stops7h 40mWestJet
Sat 10/255:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 19mWestJet
Deal found 10/5$438

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Salinas

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Nanaimo

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Return

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San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

10:15 am-3:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 10/25

3:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop17h 50m

$238

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

1:00 pm-12:26 am

1 stop11h 26m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 3/16

3:40 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$356

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

3:17 pm-12:29 am

2 stops9h 12m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 10/25

3:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop17h 50m

$380

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

7:30 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 11/14

10:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$398

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

1:00 pm-12:26 am

1 stop11h 26m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 3/16

11:25 am-12:10 pm

3 stops24h 45m

$400

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

8:00 am-3:06 pm

2 stops7h 06m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 11/14

3:40 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$435

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Deals found on 10/4

Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Nanaimo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Nanaimo

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Nanaimo (average of $38). Flying from Salinas to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $139). 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 S9N to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 October 6, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Nanaimo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 October 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, WestJet, and Air Canada from Salinas to Nanaimo. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,957 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,957 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,957 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,114 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,957 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,245 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,957 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanaimo from Salinas?

    Nanaimo Arpt (YCD), located 8.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Salinas to Nanaimo. 3 airlines have flights to Nanaimo Arpt from Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Salinas to Nanaimo Arpt should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas 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 find direct flights from Salinas to Nanaimo.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to Nanaimo?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Nanaimo (average of $38). Flying from Salinas to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $139). 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 3 airlines flying from Salinas to Nanaimo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Nanaimo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$225Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$233Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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