YCD - Nanaimo Airport
Nanaimo, Canada
IATA Code: YCD · Nanaimo, Canada
The airport code YCD is the IATA identifier for Nanaimo Airport. You may also find it referred to as Nanaimo Airport (YCD).
Nanaimo Airport (YCD) serves Nanaimo, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YCD is the IATA airport code for Nanaimo Airport, located in Nanaimo, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.0550°N, 123.8699°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- YCD
- City
- Nanaimo
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.0550°
- Longitude
- -123.8699°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YCD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 15 km | $219 | $0/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 35 km | $511 | $1/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 52 km | $759 | $2/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 56 km | $817 | $2/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 58 km | $846 | $2/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 61 km | $890 | $2/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 63 km | $919 | $2/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 78 km | $1,138 | $2/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 80 km | $1,167 | $2/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 85 km | $1,240 | $2/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 90 km | $1,313 | $3/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 93 km | $1,357 | $3/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 96 km | $1,400 | $3/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 98 km | $1,430 | $3/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 102 km | $1,488 | $3/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 104 km | $1,517 | $3/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 107 km | $1,561 | $3/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 110 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 124 km | $1,809 | $4/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 139 km | $2,028 | $4/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 142 km | $2,071 | $4/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 176 km | $2,567 | $5/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 192 km | $2,801 | $6/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 205 km | $2,991 | $6/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 209 km | $3,049 | $6/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 212 km | $3,093 | $6/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 213 km | $3,107 | $6/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 232 km | $3,384 | $7/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 237 km | $3,457 | $7/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 240 km | $3,501 | $7/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 243 km | $3,545 | $7/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 273 km | $3,983 | $8/passenger |
| YAL - Alert Bay | 277 km | $4,041 | $8/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| YZT - Port Hardy | 309 km | $4,508 | $9/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| AST - Astoria | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| KLS - Kelso | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 372 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YCD Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from YCD
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Nanaimo
Nanaimo experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through YCD
Traveling through Nanaimo in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
🇺🇳 Canada Travel Tips
Canadian airports serve both domestic and transborder (US) traffic. NEXUS cards can expedite US-Canada border crossings. Winter weather in northern airports can cause seasonal schedule disruptions.
Planning Your Trip via YCD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Nanaimo Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YCD
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to YCD are ZNA, YGG, YVR — consider these for potentially lower fares