Title: CA $188 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Nanaimo (YCD) - Expedia.ca ![Port Alberni featuring a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3908/57547325-f33f-4a79-a1b2-55a368a84882.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3908/57547325-f33f-4a79-a1b2-55a368a84882.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # CA $188 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Nanaimo (YCD) [View CA $188 flight on Tue, Jan 20, 2026](https://expedia.ca/Flights-Search?trip=oneway&leg1=from:ORD,to:YCD,departure:20/01/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:187.50&airProductToken=AQpoCjIIwYYBEgQxMDQ5GK4cILiNASjP_IIDMOL-ggM4R0AAWAFqBUJBU0lDcghHTkE0QTJCQQoyCMGGARIEODAzORi4jQEg2BgokYCDAzCwgIMDOEdAAVgBagVCQVNJQ3IIR05BNEEyQkESCggBEAEYASoCQUMYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAN) - [Roundtrip](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - ![WestJet](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_WS.svg) WestJet [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:YCD,departure:15/12/2025TANYT&leg2=from:YCD,to:ORD,departure:22/12/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"WS"}}]) - ![Air Canada](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AC.svg) Air Canada [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:YCD,departure:15/12/2025TANYT&leg2=from:YCD,to:ORD,departure:22/12/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AC"}}]) - ![United](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_UA.svg) United [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:ORD,to:YCD,departure:15/12/2025TANYT&leg2=from:YCD,to:ORD,departure:22/12/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"UA"}}]) - ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* - ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ## Cheap flights from Chicago (ORD) to Nanaimo (YCD) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $188 for one-way flights and for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. All deals One way Roundtrip ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2025/11/05/BEX-BF-25_CA_1_Desktop.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## Black Friday Sale Limited-time deals: save up to 50% on select hotels [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=FTG_BF_PROMO_) Flight from Chicago to Nanaimo (ORD - YCD) route information | Origin airport | O'Hare Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Nanaimo | | Distance | 2864 km | ## Chicago to Cassidy Flights **The easy way to book your flights from Chicago to Nanaimo**  With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Nanaimo from Chicago whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. 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Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Nanaimo from Chicago currently is just rising to .   Here are more money-saving tips:  - Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest  - Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Nanaimo   - Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more - Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times  - One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free!  **Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Nanaimo from Chicago**  Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Nanaimo with Expedia today. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from ORD to Vancouver Island Airport? > Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from ORD to Vancouver Island Airport start from . Book ASAP to get the best price for your adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to YCD? > We get that things come up unexpectedly, so we've made it as simple as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter) and follow the instructions. ### How do I find cheap flights from ORD to Vancouver Island Airport that have flexible change policies? > Plenty of airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference in the ticket price. When looking for O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to YCD flights, you'll see a "No change fees" filter for you to select. ### How many hours is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)? > Lasting around 5 hours and 3 minutes, the flight between O'Hare Airport and Vancouver Island Airport is a good opportunity to do some last-minute trip planning. How about using this time to organize your itinerary in Cassidy? ### How far is the flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to YCD? > It's around 2,900 kilometres between ORD and YCD, so you'll be flying for a while. Keep yourself entertained with things like a magazine or the latest bestseller. ### Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)? > Unfortunately, there are no airlines that directly fly between O'Hare Airport and Vancouver Island Airport. You'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. ### Are O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to YCD flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Fares from ORD to Nanaimo Airport (YCD) are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may nab great last-minute deal, it's never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid getting stuck in the dreaded middle seat! 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