Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Nanaimo: what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your YUL to Nanaimo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near YUL? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
64.89% of flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Nanaimo
$276 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo flight. A return ticket right now is $368. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from YUL to Nanaimo, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA)
The distance from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) to central Nanaimo is roughly 0.48 kilometres. It'll take you around 0 hours to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ZNA:
Drive into your next adventure with a Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget to explore parts of Nanaimo that most tourists miss.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport a few weeks before your flight from YUL to Nanaimo. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Once your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Nanaimo is roughly 18 kilometres from Nanaimo Airport (YCD).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
After stepping off your YUL to Nanaimo flight, find your comfort zone at a hotel close to YCD. Consider staying at Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay. Kiwi Cove Lodge is another option where you can relax and figure out your next steps.
Why wait around? A Nanaimo Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from National or Budget.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from YCD three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Nanaimo
Before locking in your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Nanaimo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YUL to Nanaimo in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Nanaimo
Start your Nanaimo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Nanaimo, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Bastion, Newcastle Island Park and Harbourfront Walkway are top attractions which should feature on any good Nanaimo itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Abbotsford is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Nanaimo. Around 121 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, consider Kelowna, about 338 kilometres east of Nanaimo. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park are among its highlights.
