Flying from Montreal to Nanaimo: what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Montreal to Nanaimo. Explore your options for taking off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or St. Hubert Airport (YHU), two of the city's main airports.
The major gateways to Nanaimo are Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) and Nanaimo Airport (YCD).
Allow plenty of time to get on your Montreal to Nanaimo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Nanaimo
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Montreal to Nanaimo flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is about 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
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64.89% of flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) to central Nanaimo takes about 0 hours by car. The centre is roughly 0.48 kilometres away.
It usually takes 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Venture beyond Nanaimo and explore places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport rental car from Budget.
Book your vehicle from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport several weeks ahead to get the best deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's a good idea to book your Montreal to Nanaimo flight even earlier.
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is around 13 kilometres from central Nanaimo. Following your flight from Montreal to Nanaimo, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Land, grab your Nanaimo Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. National and Budget are leading companies you can book with here.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at YCD will help you save.
More about Nanaimo
Start your Nanaimo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal to Nanaimo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Newcastle Island Park, The Bastion and Harbourfront Walkway are must-do's during your Nanaimo adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Nanaimo, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 64 kilometres east to Vancouver to tick off its top attractions. From Stanley Park to Granville Island and Science World, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Surrey is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 88 kilometres east of Nanaimo. No trip is complete without experiencing Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
