Charter Nanaimo to Vancouver privately from US$8,000, about 30 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Nanaimo (YCD) to Vancouver (YVR) and Vancouver to Nanaimo — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Nanaimo to Vancouver is roughly 52 kilometres — 32 miles, or 28 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Nanaimo to Vancouver (and Vancouver to Nanaimo) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 30 min | 27 min – 33 min | C$11,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 28 min | 25 min – 31 min | C$13,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 30 min | C$11,000 – C$15,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 30 min | C$12,000 – C$16,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 28 min | C$13,000 – C$18,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 28 min | C$14,000 – C$20,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 28 min | C$16,000 – C$22,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Nanaimo–Vancouver, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Nanaimo, Canada: Nanaimo Airport, Vancouver International Airport, Boundary Bay Airport and Victoria International Airport.
Vancouver, Canada: Vancouver International Airport, Boundary Bay Airport, Pitt Meadows Regional Airport, Abbotsford International Airport, Nanaimo Airport and Victoria International Airport.
| Nanaimo Airport | Vancouver International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYCD / YCD | CYVR / YVR |
| Longest hard runway | 6,602 ft | 11,500 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 92 ft | 14 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Vancouver International Airport (11,500 ft, 52 km) · Boundary Bay Airport (5,606 ft, 63 km) · Victoria International Airport (7,000 ft, 56 km) · Sechelt-Gibsons Airport (3,246 ft, 46 km) · Boundary Bay Airport (5,606 ft, 19 km) · Pitt Meadows Regional Airport (5,003 ft, 35 km) · Abbotsford International Airport (9,600 ft, 63 km) · Nanaimo Airport (6,602 ft, 52 km)
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Nanaimo and Vancouver is built around your itinerary.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 52 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Demand on Nanaimo–Vancouver comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 30 min airborne across the 52 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nanaimo–Vancouver departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Nanaimo–Vancouver charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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