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Vancouver Island's primary gateway for central island travellers.
Opened
1943
Location
Nanaimo, Canada
Nanaimo Airport (IATA: YCD, ICAO: CYCD) is a regional airport serving Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada's second-largest city on Vancouver Island. It provides scheduled passenger service connecting the island to major Canadian hubs and supports general aviation, cargo, and charter operations.
The airport is owned and operated by the Nanaimo Airport Commission and sits approximately 18 kilometres south of downtown Nanaimo near the community of Cassidy. Its location makes it a convenient alternative to travelling to Victoria or taking the ferry to Vancouver's mainland airports.
As a regional facility, Nanaimo Airport handles a modest volume of annual passengers but plays an important role in the economic connectivity of central Vancouver Island, serving business travellers, tourists, and residents alike.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal building designed to handle regional traffic volumes with basic amenities.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include taxis, rental cars, and scheduled shuttle services connecting the airport to downtown Nanaimo and surrounding communities.
Airlines here
Air Canada Express (operated by Jazz Aviation) is the primary carrier, offering connections to Vancouver International Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Originally built as a Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) training station during World War II.
- ›Located near the small community of Cassidy, roughly 18 km south of downtown Nanaimo.
- ›Runway 16/34 is the main paved runway, measuring approximately 1,524 metres (5,000 feet).
- ›The airport supports a mix of scheduled, charter, general aviation, and some cargo operations.
- ›Nanaimo Airport Commission has pursued various expansion and infrastructure improvement projects to increase capacity.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
