Cheap Flights from Hamilton (YHM) to Nanaimo (YCD)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hamilton to Nanaimo flights are currently cheapest in September.

Hamilton to Nanaimo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Hamilton to Nanaimo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nanaimo.

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Cheapest flight found$172
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Hamilton to Nanaimo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Hamilton to Nanaimo is $320. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Hamilton to Nanaimo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $320.
There are no flights flying from Hamilton to Nanaimo, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Hamilton to Nanaimo is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Hamilton Airport and Nanaimo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nanaimo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nanaimo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Porter Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nanaimo.

Flying from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD): what you need to know

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your YHM to YCD flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way John C. Munro Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport flight is $172. A return ticket right now is $320. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from YHM to YCD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YHM to YCD.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)

  • Of the flights that depart from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport, 71.43% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to John C. Munro Hamilton Airport from central Toronto, it takes around 1 hour if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 50 miles from the airport to the city center.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near YHM:

Arriving at Nanaimo Airport (YCD)

  • Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're landing on a late John C. Munro Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport flight. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay is a comfortable option near YCD. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Kiwi Cove Lodge before traveling to your final destination.

  • Travel farther out of Nanaimo and discover new places with your own set of wheels. You can book a Nanaimo Airport rental car from companies like National or Budget.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Nanaimo Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to central Nanaimo

  • Nanaimo Airport to central Nanaimo has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Nanaimo in April.

  • The warmest month in Nanaimo is August, with the temperature ranging between 55ºF and 75ºF. Book your flights from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport to Nanaimo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • December sees average temperatures of between 30ºF and 45ºF. Look for cheap tickets from YHM to YCD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Canada

  • Vancouver is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Nanaimo. Around 40 miles away to the east, check out popular attractions including Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.

  • Surrey is another standout destination in Canada and is around 55 miles east of Nanaimo. No journey is complete without experiencing Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.

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