Direct (nonstop) flights from Nanaimo to Vancouver

1 airline flys nonstop from Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport (ZNA) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). It's 34 miles (55 km), about 20m in the air. Operated by Harbour Air.

ZNA
Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport
🇨🇦 Nanaimo, Canada
YVR
Vancouver International Airport
🇨🇦 Vancouver, Canada
Flight Time
20m
Distance
34 mi
55 km
CO₂/pax
6 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Harbour Air
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Harbour Air Harbour Air

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Harbour Air YB Harbour Air
Route
ZNA → YVR
Flight Time
20m
Distance
34 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nanaimo to Vancouver with one stop · direct emits 6 kg CO₂ per passenger

ZNA CXH (Vancouver) YVR
Leg 1: 20m (38 mi) Leg 2: 15m (7 mi) Total: ~35m 🍃 33 kg CO₂ (+450% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZNA → CXH
20m · 38 mi
View ZNA to CXH flights →
Leg 2
CXH → YVR
15m · 7 mi
View CXH to YVR flights →
ZNA YHS (Sechelt) YVR
Leg 1: 20m (22 mi) Leg 2: 20m (32 mi) Total: ~40m 🍃 35 kg CO₂ (+483% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZNA → YHS
20m · 22 mi
View ZNA to YHS flights →
Leg 2
YHS → YVR
20m · 32 mi
View YHS to YVR flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver?

A nonstop flight from Nanaimo (ZNA) to Vancouver (YVR) takes approximately 0 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 34 miles (55 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nanaimo to Vancouver?

Just Harbour Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver?

Yes. 1 airline: Harbour Air.

How far is Nanaimo from Vancouver?

The flight distance from Nanaimo to Vancouver is 34 miles (55 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as a short drive across a city.

What type of aircraft flies from Nanaimo to Vancouver?

At 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Nanaimo to Vancouver?

Roughly 6 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 30 km.

Is the return flight from Vancouver to Nanaimo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nanaimo to Vancouver?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Nanaimo Harbour Water Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.