$143+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanaimo (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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YCD
Jul 11 — Jul 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 11, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/231:00 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 45m
WestJet
Tue 7/285:45 am
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/6![WestJet logo]()
$345
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/76:05 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Wed 8/128:20 pm
YCD
- SFO
1 stop25h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 6/8![WestJet logo]()
$347
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/166:05 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Sun 9/203:25 pm
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 6/10![WestJet logo]()
$366
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sun 8/26:00 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Tue 8/115:45 am
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/8![WestJet logo]()
$403
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Tue 10/64:35 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop5h 35m
Air Canada
Wed 10/79:05 am
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 16m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/7![Air Canada logo]()
$418
Best flights from San Francisco to NanaimoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Nanaimo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Nanaimo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/231:00 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 45m
WestJet
Tue 7/285:45 am
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/6![WestJet logo]()
$345
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Fri 7/107:30 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop15h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 7/135:50 am
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 22m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/8![Air Canada logo]()
$601
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/231:00 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/315:45 am
YCD
- SFO
3 stops12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$611
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/166:00 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops9h 10m
WestJet
Sun 7/193:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
2 stops44h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/8![WestJet logo]()
$451
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/96:05 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Tue 7/145:45 am
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/6![WestJet logo]()
$521
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:30 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop15h 30m
Air Canada
Tue 7/142:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/10![Air Canada logo]()
$606
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/86:45 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/138:20 pm
YCD
- SFO
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$611
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/166:00 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Mon 7/203:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
2 stops8h 07m
WestJet
Deal found 6/10![WestJet logo]()
$525
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/166:00 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/205:45 am
YCD
- SFO
3 stops12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$617
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to NanaimoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 7/66:05 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/123:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$432
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/166:00 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Sun 7/263:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
3 stops44h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/8![WestJet logo]()
$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Thu 7/166:00 am
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/193:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$442
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/166:00 am
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Sun 7/193:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
2 stops44h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/8![WestJet logo]()
$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Thu 7/166:00 am
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/263:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$472
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 7/231:00 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 45m
WestJet
Tue 7/285:45 am
YCD
- SFO
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 6/6![WestJet logo]()
$345
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Thu 7/231:00 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/313:45 pm
YCD
- SFO
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$467
One-way flights from San Francisco to NanaimoSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/306:00 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 6/6![WestJet logo]()
$143
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/231:00 pm
SFO
- YCD
1 stop6h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 6/7![WestJet logo]()
$144
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/246:15 am
SFO
- YCD
1 stop4h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/10![Air Canada logo]()
$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Thu 7/237:46 pm
SFO
- YCD
3 stops43h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/233:26 pm
SFO
- YCD
2 stops33h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$268
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Thu 6/256:16 am
SFO
- YCD
1 stop4h 44m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/7![Air Canada logo]()
$295
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/236:15 am
SFO
- YCD
1 stop4h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/10![Air Canada logo]()
$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/248:30 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$344
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/256:00 am
SFO
- YCD
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 6/7![WestJet logo]()
$366
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 June 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $345 (FlightHub) |
One-way from | $143 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $661 |
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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 June 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Thu 7/23
1:00 pm-7:45 pm
1 stop6h 45m
Nanaimo Arpt
Tue 7/28
5:45 am-12:00 pm
1 stop6h 15m
$345
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Thu 7/16
6:00 am-3:10 pm
2 stops9h 10m
Nanaimo Arpt
Sun 7/19
3:45 pm-12:00 pm
2 stops44h 15m
$451
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Thu 7/9
6:05 pm-12:30 am
1 stop6h 25m
Nanaimo Arpt
Tue 7/14
5:45 am-12:00 pm
1 stop6h 15m
$521
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Thu 7/16
6:00 am-1:55 pm
2 stops7h 55m
Nanaimo Arpt
Mon 7/20
3:45 pm-11:52 pm
2 stops8h 07m
$525
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Fri 7/10
7:30 pm-11:00 am
1 stop15h 30m
Nanaimo Arpt
Mon 7/13
5:50 am-12:12 pm
1 stop6h 22m
$601
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Thu 7/9
7:30 pm-11:00 am
1 stop15h 30m
Nanaimo Arpt
Tue 7/14
2:45 pm-9:44 pm
1 stop6h 59m
$606
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Thu 7/23
1:00 pm-7:45 pm
1 stop6h 45m
Nanaimo Arpt
Fri 7/31
5:45 am-6:00 pm
3 stops12h 15m
$611
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Wed 7/8
6:45 pm-3:10 pm
1 stop20h 25m
Nanaimo Arpt
Mon 7/13
8:20 pm-4:40 pm
1 stop20h 20m
$611
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Thu 7/16
6:00 am-1:55 pm
2 stops7h 55m
Nanaimo Arpt
Mon 7/20
5:45 am-6:00 pm
3 stops12h 15m
$617
Cheapest one-way
San FranciscoNanaimo
SFO - YCD
SFOYCD
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
6:00 am-1:55 pm
2 stops7h 55m
$143
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- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Nanaimo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Nanaimo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 San Francisco-Nanaimo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 June 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with 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.
Crew
7.9
Food
6.2
Boarding
7.4
Comfort
7.0
Entertainment
6.1
Overall
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBlaine,Dec 2025
YYC - YVR
Crew
7.9
Food
6.2
Boarding
7.4
Comfort
7.0
Entertainment
6.1
Overall
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBlaine,Dec 2025
YYC - YVR
Crew
7.9
Food
6.2
Boarding
7.4
Comfort
7.0
Entertainment
6.1
Overall
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBlaine,Dec 2025
YYC - YVR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$206 | Average$472 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$233 | Average$351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% |