Travelling from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC). Explore the options for taking off from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) or Nanaimo Airport (YCD), the city's main airports.
The timezone in Cranbrook is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Nanaimo. Canadian Rockies International Airport is located in Cranbrook.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Nanaimo to YXC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA)
The journey from central Nanaimo to ZNA takes about 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 0.48 kilometres in 0 hours or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Nanaimo to YCD in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Like to add an extra day to your trip? Consider staying at a hotel near Nanaimo Airport the night before your Nanaimo to YXC flight. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay and Kiwi Cove Lodge will have a room for you.
74.87% of flights leaving Nanaimo Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
Arriving on a late flight from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay within easy reach of YXC at Travellers Motel.
Travel at your own pace with a Canadian Rockies International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from National, Enterprise or Budget and find adventure across Cranbrook and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
R 1,483 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,431. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Nanaimo to YXC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC). July is the busiest month to visit Cranbrook. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Book a Nanaimo to YXC plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cranbrook to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
December has temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cranbrook
Once you've booked your flight from Nanaimo to Canadian Rockies International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cranbrook:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Elizabeth lake trail, Cranbrook History Centre and Rotary Park are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Cranbrook itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Cranbrook, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel about 193 kilometres north-east to Calgary to check off its top attractions. From Stampede park to Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Kelowna is another standout destination in Canada and is around 274 kilometres west of Cranbrook. No journey is complete without dropping by Lake Okanagan, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
