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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nanaimo (YCD) from $118

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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 June 6, 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 50% 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 $234 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 $363 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.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap San Francisco to Nanaimo flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Nanaimo specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 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 7/67:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop12h 41mAir Canada
Fri 7/196:00 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$248
Mon 7/223:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Mon 7/294:50 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops21h 43mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$254
Mon 7/227:30 amSFO - YCD
1 stop8h 49mWestJet
Mon 7/297:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 33mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$270
Thu 7/183:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Tue 7/234:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop28h 30mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$276
Sat 6/227:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop12h 41mAir Canada
Sat 6/2912:15 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$289
Fri 7/53:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Thu 7/185:35 amYCD - SFO
2 stops8h 58mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$302
Mon 7/296:05 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 14mWestJet
Sun 8/411:50 amYCD - SFO
1 stop24h 10mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$309
Mon 7/292:25 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 54mWestJet
Sun 8/47:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop16h 10mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$314
Fri 7/53:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Wed 7/177:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 33mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$316

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 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.
Sun 8/47:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop12h 41mAir Canada
Fri 8/96:00 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$227
Thu 8/83:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Wed 8/147:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 33mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$229
Thu 8/82:25 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 54mWestJet
Wed 8/1411:50 amYCD - SFO
2 stops26h 43mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$240
Sat 7/67:45 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop12h 41mAir Canada
Fri 7/196:00 amYCD - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$248
Mon 7/223:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Mon 7/294:50 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops21h 43mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$254
Sun 8/42:25 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops20h 39mWestJet
Fri 8/95:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop11h 38mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$266
Mon 7/227:30 amSFO - YCD
1 stop8h 49mWestJet
Mon 7/297:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 33mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$270
Thu 7/183:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops8h 59mWestJet
Tue 7/234:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop28h 30mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$276
Tue 8/66:05 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop6h 14mWestJet
Mon 8/125:35 amYCD - SFO
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$282

San Francisco to Nanaimo flights leaving soon

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Check out these flights departing soon from San Francisco to Nanaimo. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sat 6/153:20 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop21h 55mWestJet
Tue 6/187:00 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop19h 33mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$721

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 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.
Mon 9/307:00 amSFO - YCD
1 stop4h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$118
Mon 9/303:20 pmSFO - YCD
2 stops9h 04mWestJet
Deal found 6/5$178

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Budget

$227 - $467

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Price

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sun 8/4

1 stop12h 41m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 8/9

1 stop4h 33m

$227

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 8/8

2 stops8h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 8/14

1 stop19h 33m

$229

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 8/8

2 stops9h 54m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 8/14

2 stops26h 43m

$240

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sat 7/6

1 stop12h 41m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 7/19

1 stop4h 33m

$248

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Mon 7/22

2 stops8h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Mon 7/29

2 stops21h 43m

$254

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 9/19

1 stop6h 19m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 9/22

1 stop6h 26m

$255

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sun 8/4

2 stops20h 39m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 8/9

1 stop11h 38m

$266

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sat 6/22

1 stop12h 41m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 6/29

1 stop4h 28m

$289

San FranciscoNanaimo Arpt

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Wed 7/3

3 stops13h 32m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 7/16

1 stop19h 33m

$467

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What is the cheapest day 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 June 2, 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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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.
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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

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

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 6, 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,856 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Air Canada
7.0
Good
7,044 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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 Air Canada for just $227, but on average you can expect to pay $282.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Nanaimo for under $800?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($227), and WestJet ($229) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Nanaimo. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo for 51% 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 6/5.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo

Discover the top 2 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$129Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$291Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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