What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ottawa to Nanaimo Arpt?

WestJet is the most popular carrier operating from Ottawa to Nanaimo Arpt

Which airlines fly to Nanaimo?

Porter Airlines, WestJet and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nanaimo from Ottawa according to our data. Porter Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nanaimo. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Nanaimo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?

Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Nanaimo Arpt Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

C$ 284 Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo in 2025/26

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7:15 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.YOW-YCD

32h 24m2 stops

5:15 a.m. - 6:21 p.m.YCD-YOW

10h 06m2 stops

C$ 284WestJet

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Fri, 28 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

6:45 p.m. - 3:08 p.m.YOW-YCD

23h 23m1 stop

3:40 p.m. - 2:01 p.m.YCD-YOW

19h 21m2 stops

C$ 329Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

6:45 p.m. - 3:08 p.m.YOW-YCD

23h 23m1 stop

3:40 p.m. - 2:44 p.m.YCD-YOW

20h 04m1 stop

C$ 373Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

7:25 p.m. - 3:08 p.m.YOW-YCD

22h 43m2 stops

3:40 p.m. - 2:01 p.m.YCD-YOW

19h 21m3 stops

C$ 406Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

6:00 a.m. - 3:08 p.m.YOW-YCD

12h 08m2 stops

3:40 p.m. - 6:21 p.m.YCD-YOW

23h 41m2 stops

C$ 995WestJet

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Sun, 21 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

7:15 a.m. - 5:41 p.m.YOW-YCD

13h 26m2 stops

6:20 p.m. - 4:48 p.m.YCD-YOW

19h 28m2 stops

C$ 1,131Air Canada

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Sun, 21 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan

7:45 a.m. - 5:41 p.m.YOW-YCD

12h 56m1 stop

6:20 p.m. - 6:43 a.m.YCD-YOW

9h 23m1 stop

C$ 1,134Air Canada

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Sun, 21 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

5:40 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.YOW-YCD

32h 40m2 stops

3:40 p.m. - 6:21 p.m.YCD-YOW

23h 41m2 stops

C$ 1,145WestJet

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5:40 a.m. - 12:39 a.m.YOW-YCD

21h 59m2 stops

3:40 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.YCD-YOW

30h 02m3 stops

C$ 1,153WestJet

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7:45 a.m. - 5:41 p.m.YOW-YCD

12h 56m1 stop

6:20 p.m. - 6:43 a.m.YCD-YOW

9h 23m1 stop

C$ 1,215Air Canada

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WestJet flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

Our best WestJet deals on Ottawa to Nanaimo flight tickets

WestJet

28 Nov

YOW7:15 p.m.Ottawa

32h 24m

2 stops

YCD12:39 a.m.Nanaimo Arpt

5 Dec

YCD5:15 a.m.Nanaimo Arpt

10h 06m

2 stops

YOW6:21 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 284

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WestJet

21 Dec

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

12h 08m

2 stops

YCD3:08 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

4 Jan

YCD3:40 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

23h 41m

2 stops

YOW6:21 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 995

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WestJet

20 Dec

YOW5:40 a.m.Ottawa

32h 40m

2 stops

YCD11:20 a.m.Nanaimo Arpt

4 Jan

YCD3:40 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

23h 41m

2 stops

YOW6:21 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,145

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Air Canada flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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Air Canada

21 Dec

YOW7:15 a.m.Ottawa

13h 26m

2 stops

YCD5:41 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

3 Jan

YCD6:20 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

19h 28m

2 stops

YOW4:48 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,131

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Air Canada

21 Dec

YOW7:45 a.m.Ottawa

12h 56m

1 stop

YCD5:41 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

4 Jan

YCD6:20 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

9h 23m

1 stop

YOW6:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,134

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Air Canada

20 Dec

YOW7:45 a.m.Ottawa

12h 56m

1 stop

YCD5:41 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

4 Jan

YCD6:20 p.m.Nanaimo Arpt

9h 23m

1 stop

YOW6:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 1,215

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OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 28/11

7:15 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops32h 24m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 5/12

5:15 a.m.-6:21 p.m.

2 stops10h 06m

C$ 284

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 28/11

6:45 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

1 stop23h 23m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 5/12

3:40 p.m.-2:01 p.m.

2 stops19h 21m

C$ 329

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 28/11

6:45 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

1 stop23h 23m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 5/12

3:40 p.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop20h 04m

C$ 373

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Fri 28/11

7:25 p.m.-3:08 p.m.

2 stops22h 43m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 5/12

3:40 p.m.-2:01 p.m.

3 stops19h 21m

C$ 406

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sun 21/12

6:00 a.m.-3:08 p.m.

2 stops12h 08m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 4/1

3:40 p.m.-6:21 p.m.

2 stops23h 41m

C$ 995

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sun 21/12

7:15 a.m.-5:41 p.m.

2 stops13h 26m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sat 3/1

6:20 p.m.-4:48 p.m.

2 stops19h 28m

C$ 1,131

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sun 21/12

7:45 a.m.-5:41 p.m.

1 stop12h 56m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 4/1

6:20 p.m.-6:43 a.m.

1 stop9h 23m

C$ 1,134

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sat 20/12

5:40 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 4/1

3:40 p.m.-6:21 p.m.

2 stops23h 41m

C$ 1,145

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Mon 22/12

5:40 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops21h 59m

Nanaimo Arpt

Fri 2/1

3:40 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

3 stops30h 02m

C$ 1,153

OttawaNanaimo

YOW - YCD

YOWYCD

Ottawa

Sat 20/12

7:45 a.m.-5:41 p.m.

1 stop12h 56m

Nanaimo Arpt

Sun 4/1

6:20 p.m.-6:43 a.m.

1 stop9h 23m

C$ 1,215

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nanaimo?

The cheapest month to fly to Nanaimo from Ottawa is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 380, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Nanaimo during the month of September, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of C$ 390.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nanaimo?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Nanaimo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 519. Flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 772. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nanaimo?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 575. Flying to Nanaimo in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Nanaimo are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of C$ 697. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nanaimo from Ottawa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nanaimo for around C$ 566 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nanaimo from Ottawa for as low as C$ 339 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to Nanaimo flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to Nanaimo flight.

How have Ottawa to Nanaimo flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Ottawa to Nanaimo flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Ottawa to Nanaimo

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Ottawa to Nanaimo according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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How far is Ottawa to Nanaimo Arpt by plane?
Ottawa and Nanaimo Arpt are 3597.7 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 8h 08m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?
Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ottawa Airport to Nanaimo Arpt Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nanaimo Arpt Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Nanaimo Arpt Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Ottawa to Nanaimo?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Ottawa and Nanaimo, the leading airline is WestJet, making up 73% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Canada with 27%.

Best airlines flying from Ottawa to Nanaimo

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 329	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,125 reviews		Search WestJet flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,297 reviews		Search Air Canada flights

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