Vancouver to Nanaimo (YVR–YCD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YVR–YCD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and MAL lead the route. The flight covers 32 miles in approximately 0h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 21 | DH4 | 0h31 | Star Alliance | – | |
| MAL MAL | 2 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · YCD: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 6:00 PM in Nanaimo.
The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
YVR–YCD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to YCD
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Nanaimo Airport (YCD) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and MAL. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YVR to YCD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to YCD ranges from 0 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 32 miles (52 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via YAZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.