Non-stop flights to Nanaimo (ZNA)
Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport (TC: CAC8) is a small airport in Canada. It is a domestic airport. Currently, there are 3 domestic flights to Nanaimo.
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All direct flights to Nanaimo Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Nanaimo Best time to visit Nanaimo Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 514 flights arriving at Nanaimo Airport, which are 119 flights per week or 17 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Nanaimo are routes from Vancouver (CXH) in Canada and Vancouver (YVR), also in Canada. These two routes together are operated 514 times this month, and make up for 100% of all monthly arrivals at Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport (TC: CAC8).
The longest flight to Nanaimo ZNA is departing from Vancouver (CXH). This non-stop flight takes around 20 minutes and covers a distance of 37 miles (60 km).
List of all direct flights to Nanaimo
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Nanaimo, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Nanaimo.
Airlines flying to Nanaimo
Currently, there are 2 airlines that fly to Nanaimo. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all ZNA flights:
What is the best time to visit Nanaimo?
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime
Nanaimo is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.
The best time to visit Nanaimo is during the summer months, spanning from May to August. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from September to February.
International flights to Nanaimo
Currently there are no international flights to Nanaimo. The only flights to Nanaimo are domestic flights within Canada. To get to Nanaimo from another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Vancouver or Vancouver.
Domestic flights to Nanaimo
Flights from Canada to Nanaimo
There are 3 airports in Canada that have non-stop domestic flights to Nanaimo.
From Sechelt, direct flights are offered by Harbour Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
From Vancouver, you can fly non-stop with Harbour Air or Helijet.
From Vancouver, you can fly non-stop to Nanaimo with Harbour Air.
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Alternative airports near Nanaimo
Flying to an alternative airport near Nanaimo could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Nanaimo (ZNA) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Nanaimo (YCD) and Sechelt (YHS).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Nanaimo?
There are 7 airports in Nanaimo: Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport (TC: CAC8) (ZNA), Nanaimo Airport (YCD), Sechelt Aerodrome (TC: CAX3) (YHS), Ganges Water Aerodrome (TC: CAX6) (YGG), Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Water Aerodrome (CXH) and Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
What is the best airport to fly into Nanaimo?
You have multiple options when flying into Nanaimo. Although Nanaimo (ZNA) is a convenient airport to reach the city, the biggest airport near to Nanaimo is Vancouver (YVR), Vancouver International Airport, which offers you additional options.
How many airlines fly to Nanaimo?
There are 2 airlines flying to Nanaimo from 3 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Nanaimo?
Harbour Air and Helijet are the only airlines flying to Nanaimo.
Which alliances are flying to Nanaimo?
There are no alliances flying to Nanaimo at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Nanaimo?
There are roughly 514 flights arriving at Nanaimo every month (or 119 flights each week), from a total of 3 airports - all within Canada.
What is the official name of Nanaimo Airport?
The official name of Nanaimo Airport is Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport (TC: CAC8).
What is the airport code of Nanaimo Airport?
The airport code of Nanaimo Airport is ZNA.
What are the most popular flights to Nanaimo?
Vancouver and Sechelt are the only airports with flights to Nanaimo.
