Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Nanaimo Arpt (YCD).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo most commonly pass through: • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 86% of one-stop connections • Calgary (YYC) - 14% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $444 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,048, a difference of $604. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 27m and 7h 08m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Nanaimo changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $674 to $847. That means the highest observed fare was about 25% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Nanaimo looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Nanaimo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $337, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flying via Vancouver Intl (YVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 7h 08m via Calgary (YYC).

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Nanaimo flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo range from $494 to $871, with an average of $617 over the past 12 months. Anything below $494 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 69% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

WestJet ($748) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Nanaimo in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Vancouver Intl (YVR) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Nanaimo route. 86% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via YVR.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?

Flights via Calgary (YYC) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $538. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo which airport offers the shortest layover?

Vancouver Intl (YVR) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Nanaimo layovers at 3h 58m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

8:20 am - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

15h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

3:50 pm - 8:30 amYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

17h 40m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$674Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29

4:40 pm - 3:15 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

21h 35m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

3:50 pm - 10:29 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

31h 39m2 stops Vancouver Intl Salt Lake City

$748WestJet

Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29

4:40 pm - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

7h 15m1 stop Calgary

3:50 pm - 10:29 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

31h 39m2 stops Vancouver Intl Salt Lake City

$751WestJet

Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29

7:11 pm - 7:45 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

23h 34m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary

3:50 pm - 2:34 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

23h 44m3 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$754Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

9:23 pm - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

26h 32m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Calgary

3:50 pm - 2:34 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

23h 44m3 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$786Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29

4:40 pm - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

7h 15m1 stop Calgary

3:50 pm - 8:30 amYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

17h 40m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$798Multiple Airlines

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5:50 am - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

42h 05m2 stops Salt Lake City Calgary

3:50 pm - 10:29 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

31h 39m2 stops Vancouver Intl Salt Lake City

$808WestJet

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7:11 pm - 7:45 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

23h 34m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary

10:45 am - 8:30 amYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

22h 45m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

$815Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

9:23 pm - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

26h 32m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Calgary

3:50 pm - 8:30 amYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

17h 40m2 stops Kelowna Vancouver Intl

$840Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

6:30 am - 2:51 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

7h 21m1 stop Vancouver Intl

7:25 am - 9:29 amYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

27h 04m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$847Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

4:55 pm - 10:11 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

4h 16m1 stop Vancouver Intl

10:10 am - 1:51 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

4h 41m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$927Air Canada

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

4:55 pm - 10:11 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

4h 16m1 stop Vancouver Intl

10:10 am - 4:06 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

6h 56m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$927Air Canada

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2:45 pm - 10:11 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

6h 26m1 stop Vancouver Intl

10:10 am - 4:06 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

6h 56m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$927Air Canada

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7

4:40 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

16h 30m1 stop Calgary

3:50 pm - 3:50 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

25h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary

$1,013WestJet

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

8:37 am - 10:11 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

12h 34m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

10:10 am - 1:51 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

4h 41m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$1,058Air Canada

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7

4:40 pm - 3:15 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

21h 35m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

3:50 pm - 3:50 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

25h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary

$1,098WestJet

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

6:53 pm - 9:36 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

13h 43m1 stop Vancouver Intl

7:25 am - 4:06 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

9h 41m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$1,209Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

8:37 am - 2:51 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

29h 14m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

3:30 pm - 9:42 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

7h 12m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$1,214Air Canada

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

7:05 am - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

16h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

3:50 pm - 3:50 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

25h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary

$1,224WestJet

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

2:45 pm - 10:11 pmSFO San Francisco-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

6h 26m1 stop Vancouver Intl

10:10 am - 5:28 pmYCD Nanaimo Arpt-SFO San Francisco

8h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary

$1,294Air Canada

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 69% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 27m and 7h 08m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Nanaimo flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo range from $494 to $871, with an average of $617 over the past 12 months. Anything below $494 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Nanaimo changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $674 to $847. That means the highest observed fare was about 25% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Nanaimo looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Nanaimo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $337, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Nanaimo Arpt (YCD).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo most commonly pass through:

• Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 86% of one-stop connections
• Calgary (YYC) - 14% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from San Francisco to Nanaimo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $444 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,048, a difference of $604.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Nanaimo?
Flying via Vancouver Intl (YVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 7h 08m via Calgary (YYC).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $444, about $604 less than Sunday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Nanaimo trip for February. Fares historically average $320 round-trip in that month - typically $677 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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