Private Jet Charter
Private Flights fromNanaimo Airport (YCD)
Nanaimo Airport connects private aviation passengers to central Vancouver Island, offering a direct alternative to the ferry crossing from the mainland for business and leisure travel to Nanaimo and the surrounding region.
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Private Jet Charter from YCD
Fly private from Nanaimo Airport
Nanaimo Airport gives private aviation clients a direct alternative to the ferry crossing from mainland British Columbia, landing passengers on central Vancouver Island in Cassidy, about 7 nautical miles from Nanaimo itself. A 2010 runway expansion added roughly 1,600 feet of length, and a 2018-2020 terminal expansion significantly increased passenger processing capacity.
The airport is non-towered and operates with a mandatory frequency for pilot advisory communication, a common arrangement for regional Vancouver Island airports of this size. Its 6,602-foot runway comfortably supports light and midsize jet operations.
Élan's charter team coordinates Nanaimo arrivals for both business travel into central Vancouver Island and leisure connections to the Gulf Islands and Nanaimo's harbour front, along with onward transfers to Victoria and the BC mainland.
Why depart privately from YCD?
- Direct central Vancouver Island access without a ferry crossing
- 6,602-foot runway supporting light and midsize jets
- Convenient for both Nanaimo business travel and Gulf Islands leisure trips
- Recently expanded terminal supports efficient passenger processing
- Straightforward connections to Victoria and the BC mainland
Runway information
1 grooved asphalt runwayRunway 16 available for instrument approaches; runway 34 approach follows a dogleg pattern over Ladysmith Harbour
On-site Facilities
Built around private aviation
Light & Midsize Jet Charter
Aircraft suited to Nanaimo's 6,602-foot runway for Vancouver Island travel.
Central Vancouver Island Ground Transfers
Private transportation to Nanaimo and surrounding communities.
Gulf Islands Connections
Coordination of onward travel to nearby island communities.
Victoria & Mainland Connections
Efficient routing to Victoria and the BC mainland.
Business Travel Coordination
Itineraries built around central Vancouver Island corporate needs.
FBO & Ramp Coordination
Streamlined handling for business and leisure charter passengers.
Operational details can change. Élan Aviation confirms handling, customs, NOTAMs, airport hours, and aircraft suitability for each itinerary.
Popular Private Routes
Destinations from YCD
Explore private-flight destination guides from Nanaimo Airport. Flight times are estimates and vary by aircraft, routing, and conditions.
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Palm Springs
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Las Vegas
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San Diego
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Private Flight FAQs
Flying private from Nanaimo Airport
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