Travelling from London to Nanaimo: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Nanaimo. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
To ensure you get on your London to Nanaimo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nanaimo
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap London to Nanaimo flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you're eager to discover another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a stop you can make on your London to Nanaimo flight.
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? 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:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your London to Nanaimo flight with a stop at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). A major stopover between London Gatwick Airport and Nanaimo, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from London to Nanaimo? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Nanaimo flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
Arriving in Nanaimo
Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA)
Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport (ZNA) is approximately 0.48 kilometres from central Nanaimo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 5 minutes.
It typically takes 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Nanaimo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNA instead:
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Give yourself a better shot at scoring the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Nanaimo Harbour Seaplane Base Airport several weeks in advance is a wise move.
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
After your flight from London to Nanaimo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Nanaimo is roughly 13 kilometres from Nanaimo Airport (YCD).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Why wait? A Nanaimo Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Turn up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from National or Budget.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at YCD will help you stay within budget.
More about Nanaimo
Start your Nanaimo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Nanaimo, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Newcastle Island Park, The Bastion and Harbourfront Walkway are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Nanaimo itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Nanaimo, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel about 64 kilometres 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 88 kilometres east of Nanaimo. Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park are highlights.
