Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Nanaimo, CA 🇨🇦 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
CYCD
IATA
YCD
Elevation
92 ft
Region
CA-BC
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GPS Code: CYCD
Local Code: Not available
Location: 49.05497° N, -123.869863° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Nanaimo Airport (YCD) offers 18 flight routes operated by 6 airlines. Major carriers include WestJet Encore, Jazz, Pacific Coastal Airlines and others. Popular destinations from Nanaimo include Vancouver Int'l, Calgary Int'l, Kelowna Int'l, Edmonton Int'l and Abbotsford Int'l.
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Top Airlines
Operating at Nanaimo AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WestJet Encore
WEN
/ WR
|
2 | 186 | 2 | Jan 28, 2026 |
Jazz
JZA
/ QK
|
2 | 159 | 2 | Jan 28, 2026 |
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Pacific Coastal Airlines
PCO
/ 8P
|
2 | 82 | 2 | Jan 28, 2026 |
|
Morningstar Air
MAL
|
1 | 31 | 1 | Jan 14, 2026 |
WestJet
WJA
/ WS
|
2 | 18 | 2 | Jan 28, 2026 |
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AirSprint
ASP
|
6 | 11 | 6 | Dec 3, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
16/34 |
6602 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | VICTORIA TRML | 133.95 MHz |
| ATF | ATF | 122.1 MHz |
| ATIS | Nanaimo ATIS | 128.425 MHz |
| FSS | RDO | 122.1 MHz |
| RCO | PACIFIC RDO | 126.7 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are available directly outside the terminal building's arrivals area. The primary companies serving the airport are AC Taxi and Yellow Cab of Nanaimo. Services are available for Nanaimo and other mid-island destinations. Pre-booking is also an option.
Rental Cars
Car rental counters are located inside the air terminal building. Companies on-site include Budget, Enterprise, and National. It is highly recommended to reserve a vehicle in advance, particularly during peak travel seasons, to ensure availability.
Public Transportation
The Nanaimo Regional Transit System offers public bus service. Route 78 (Cassidy/Airport) connects the airport to the Downtown Nanaimo Exchange. It is advisable to check the BC Transit website for the most current schedule, as service frequency can be limited.
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