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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanaimo (YCD) from $106

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap 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 May 16, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 249% on the overall cost on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo at least 57 days early can save you up to 51% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 57 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo for as little as $228 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $367 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $80.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo (SFO - YCD)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap WestJet flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by WestJet for the route between San Francisco and Nanaimo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced WestJet flights heading from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 9/1012:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 29mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$255
Tue 9/1012:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 29mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$260
Tue 9/103:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$291
Tue 9/103:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$296
Fri 10/1112:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 34mWestJet
Mon 11/412:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop24h 02mWestJet
Deal found 5/16$309
Fri 10/113:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 04mWestJet
Mon 11/47:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop17h 02mWestJet
Deal found 5/16$314
Tue 9/103:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$319
Mon 7/86:05 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 14mWestJet
Sat 7/135:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$330
Mon 7/83:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Sat 7/135:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$335

Cheap Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between San Francisco and Nanaimo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights we've found at this time heading from San Francisco to Nanaimo. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Mon 5/274:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop5h 14mAir Canada
Thu 5/302:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 5/16$694
Mon 5/271:15 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 44mAir Canada
Thu 5/309:05 amYCD - SFO
1 stop9h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 5/16$937

Cheap San Francisco to Nanaimo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Nanaimo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Nanaimo in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 5/183:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Wed 5/227:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$544
Sat 5/183:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops19h 44mWestJet
Wed 5/227:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$564
Mon 5/274:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop5h 14mAir Canada
Thu 5/302:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 5/16$694
Mon 5/271:15 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 44mAir Canada
Thu 5/309:05 amYCD - SFO
1 stop9h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 5/16$937
Thu 5/167:40 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop12h 44mAir Canada
Mon 5/209:05 amYCD - SFO
1 stop5h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$941
Thu 5/163:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop24h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/197:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,070
Thu 5/163:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop24h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,170
Thu 5/161:15 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 44mAir Canada
Mon 5/209:05 amYCD - SFO
1 stop5h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$1,689

San Francisco to Nanaimo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Nanaimo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Nanaimo in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 9/1012:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 29mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$255
Tue 9/1012:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 29mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$260
Tue 9/103:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$291
Tue 9/103:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$296
Fri 10/1112:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 34mWestJet
Mon 11/412:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop24h 02mWestJet
Deal found 5/16$309
Fri 10/113:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 04mWestJet
Mon 11/47:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop17h 02mWestJet
Deal found 5/16$314
Tue 9/103:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Sat 9/145:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$319
Mon 7/86:05 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 14mWestJet
Sat 7/135:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$330
Mon 7/83:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Sat 7/135:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$335

One-way flights to Nanaimo from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo can use the search form above.
Sat 7/67:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop12h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 5/14$106
Thu 8/222:25 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 54mWestJet
Deal found 5/16$128
Mon 9/307:00 amSFO - YCD
1 stop4h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$133
Thu 8/222:25 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop18h 45mWestJet
Deal found 5/16$155
Sat 7/62:25 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops20h 39mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$161
Mon 9/303:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 04mWestJet
Deal found 5/15$213
Fri 7/512:58 amSFO - YCD
2 stops18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$215
Sat 7/67:30 amSFO - YCD
3 stops10h 58mWestJet
Deal found 5/14$261

Find flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo within your budget

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 9/10

1 stop6h 29m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 9/14

1 stop6h 25m

$255

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 9/10

1 stop6h 29m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 9/14

2 stops8h 58m

$260

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 9/10

1 stop21h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 9/14

1 stop6h 25m

$291

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 9/10

1 stop21h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 9/14

2 stops8h 58m

$296

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 10/11

1 stop6h 34m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 11/4

1 stop24h 02m

$309

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Fri 10/11

2 stops9h 04m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 11/4

1 stop17h 02m

$314

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Tue 9/10

2 stops8h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 9/14

2 stops8h 58m

$319

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 5/27

1 stop5h 14m

Nanaimo Arpt

Thu 5/30

1 stop8h 05m

$694

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 7/8

3 stops19h 20m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 7/13

2 stops25h 42m

$747

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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Nanaimo flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Nanaimo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo is currently $172 while a round-trip flight costs $387. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Nanaimo by month

Plan your trip to Nanaimo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

YVR

Temperature

39.2 - 64.4 °F

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 May 16, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with WestJet and Air Canada from San Francisco to Nanaimo to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are way too tight for anyone bigger than 5 foot and 100 lbs Just an uncomfortable 5+hours

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are way too tight for anyone bigger than 5 foot and 100 lbs Just an uncomfortable 5+hours

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,947 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are way too tight for anyone bigger than 5 foot and 100 lbs Just an uncomfortable 5+hours

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on WestJet for just $255, but on average you can expect to pay $406.

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

    According to our current data, WestJet ($255), and Air Canada ($694) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Nanaimo. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does SFO to YCD mean?

    SFO and YCD are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to YCD refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Nanaimo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Nanaimo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Nanaimo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Nanaimo flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Nanaimo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo

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Air CanadaCheapest$129Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapest$296Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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