Travelling from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Get your travels underway at Nanaimo Airport (YCD), the main airport in Nanaimo. Search for flights from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport (YYC) that take off from this terminal.
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport flight.
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Nanaimo. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.
With 21 direct flights a week between the two airports, Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the busiest route. WestJet operates the earliest flight at 5:30am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from YCD to YYC is with WestJet at 7:57pm.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Nanaimo to YYC. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Fly without interruptions from Nanaimo Airport (YCD). Nonstop flights from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport (YYC) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport with WestJet. This popular carrier operates services from YCD.
WestJet is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from YCD to YYC.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 76.23% of its services arriving on schedule.
The journey from central Nanaimo to YCD takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport? Stay somewhere near Nanaimo Airport, like Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay. Kiwi Cove Lodge will also have you moments from your departure gate.
75% of flights leaving from Nanaimo Airport land at their destination on time.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you have a late flight from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YYC:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Calgary and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Central Calgary is around 19 kilometres from Calgary International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
R 1,791 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport. A return flight starts from R 3,923. These prices may change based on availability.
To snag cheap flights from Nanaimo to YYC, book your plane ticket two months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Nanaimo to YYC.
Find an affordable flight from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Plan your visit to Calgary in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Nanaimo to YYC plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Calgary
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Calgary right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Nanaimo to Calgary International Airport:
Stampede park and Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Calgary must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Calgary Tower.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Red Deer is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 129 kilometres north of Calgary. No trip is complete without a visit to Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
