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$119+ Cheap flights from California 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — YCD
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Nanaimo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Nanaimo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Nanaimo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/87:00 amLAX - YCD
1 stop17h 26mWestJet
Mon 12/912:30 pmYCD - LAX
1 stop23h 31mWestJet
Deal found 11/20$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/85:00 amSFO - YCD
2 stops14h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/102:50 pmYCD - SFO
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$590
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/82:50 pmSFO - YCD
1 stop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/102:50 pmYCD - SFO
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$642
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/97:00 amLAX - YCD
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/132:50 pmYCD - LAX
2 stops17h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$750
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/79:20 amSFO - YCD
2 stops15h 06mWestJet
Sun 12/85:30 amYCD - SFO
2 stops18h 19mWestJet
Deal found 11/20$810

Find flights from California to Nanaimo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Los AngelesNanaimo

LAX - YCD

LAXYCD

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

7:00 am-12:26 am

1 stop17h 26m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 2/2

1:45 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$259

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

2:10 pm-12:26 am

1 stop10h 16m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 1/29

1:50 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$273

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

2:45 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 1/12

2:50 pm-9:34 am

1 stop18h 44m

$417

Los AngelesNanaimo

LAX - YCD

LAXYCD

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

10:46 am-7:25 pm

2 stops8h 39m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/15

2:50 pm-12:31 am

2 stops9h 41m

$427

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

5:00 am-7:25 pm

2 stops14h 25m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 12/10

2:50 pm-10:55 am

2 stops20h 05m

$590

San FranciscoNanaimo

SFO - YCD

SFOYCD

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

2:50 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Nanaimo Arpt

Tue 12/10

2:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop18h 40m

$642

OaklandNanaimo

OAK - YCD

OAKYCD

Oakland

Fri 4/4

9:25 am-12:22 am

2 stops14h 57m

Nanaimo Arpt

Wed 4/9

1:50 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops8h 43m

$722

San JoseNanaimo

SJC - YCD

SJCYCD

San Jose

Thu 1/9

1:35 pm-12:26 am

2 stops10h 51m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 1/12

5:30 am-4:22 pm

2 stops10h 52m

$724

San JoseNanaimo

SJC - YCD

SJCYCD

San Jose

Sat 1/4

5:50 am-1:16 pm

3 stops31h 26m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 1/11

3:15 pm-2:18 pm

3 stops23h 03m

$863

San JoseNanaimo

SJC - YCD

SJCYCD

San Jose

Sat 1/4

8:30 am-8:25 am

2 stops23h 55m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 1/11

5:50 am-6:00 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$867

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Best time to book a flight from California to Nanaimo

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Travel insights for flights from California to Nanaimo

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Nanaimo as you normally would.

Rainfall in Nanaimo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nanaimo ranges from 0.8 - 6.3 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Nanaimo when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Nanaimo by month

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

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 November 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Nanaimo, see what other customers have to say about WestJet, Air Canada and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,810 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,238 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    If you book a flight to Nanaimo from California, you will be flying to Nanaimo Arpt, which is the city’s only airport. Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) is located 8.5 mi from the center of Nanaimo.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Nanaimo?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Nanaimo Arpt, San Francisco - Nanaimo Arpt or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Nanaimo Arpt when deciding on the best route from California to Nanaimo.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Nanaimo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Nanaimo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from California to Nanaimo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$144Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$284Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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