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$320+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YCD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nanaimo

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop14h 36mAir Canada
Fri 1/26:00 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$936
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/187:30 amSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/213:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/203:00 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops9h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,864
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 08mWestJet
Sun 12/215:15 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 57mWestJet
Deal found 12/11$1,915
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/1912:25 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops12h 14mWestJet
Sat 12/203:40 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops20h 32mWestJet
Deal found 12/10$1,965

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$320
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$767
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Nanaimo

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Return

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San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

7:30 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 1/17

3:00 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$320

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

1:00 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops26h 08m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 1/17

3:40 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops20h 32m

$354

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

8:25 am-2:21 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 1/20

3:00 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$396

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 2/13

1:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 2/15

5:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$469

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Deals found on 12/10

Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nanaimo in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 San Francisco-Nanaimo flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Nanaimo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Nanaimo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Nanaimo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nanaimo from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo (average of $38). Flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $102). 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 SFO to YCD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 45% on your trip compared to booking 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 December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, WestJet, and Air Canada from San Francisco to Nanaimo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

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
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

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
3,195 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

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
10,516 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

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

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

    Airlines like Air Canada and WestJet fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo in about 6h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 17m. San Francisco and Nanaimo are separated by a distance of 793 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($167), Air Canada ($206), and WestJet ($233) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Nanaimo. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo for 61% less than the average price by searching for these 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

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

  • 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.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo (average of $38). Flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $102). 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 San Francisco to Nanaimo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$225Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$233Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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