Traveling from London to Nanaimo: what you need to know
When organizing a flight from London to Nanaimo, you'll have a good selection of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your London to Nanaimo flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nanaimo
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Finding a stopover on your London to Nanaimo flight is simple. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A major stop when flying out of London Heathrow Airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Located around 16 miles from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Nanaimo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Take a moment to stretch your legs during your London to Nanaimo flight with a stopover. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and Nanaimo.
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 25 miles away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 20 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not book another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Nanaimo:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 30 miles from central London. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make taking an early London to Nanaimo flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
Arriving in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Harbor Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) is approximately 0.3 miles from the center of Nanaimo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 0 hours.
It usually takes 10 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.
Pick up a Nanaimo Harbor Seaplane Base Airport rental car and explore corners of Nanaimo that aren't on every traveler's list. Browse the options available from Budget.
Improve your chances of snagging the best rate by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Nanaimo Harbor Seaplane Base Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a wise move.
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Once your flight from London to Nanaimo has arrived, you can get to the city center in around 20 minutes by car. Central Nanaimo is approximately 8 miles from Nanaimo Airport (YCD).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city center in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Why waste time waiting for public transport? A Nanaimo Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Roll down your windows and hit the open road with a set of wheels from National or Budget.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from YCD three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
More about Nanaimo
Start your Nanaimo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Nanaimo, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Newcastle Island Park, The Bastion and Harbourfront Walkway are must-do's during your Nanaimo adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Nanaimo, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel about 40 miles east to Vancouver to check off its leading sights. From Stanley Park to Granville Island and Science World, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Canada, consider Surrey, about 55 miles east of Nanaimo. Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park are highlights.
