How to find cheap flights to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Calgary International Airport is ر.ق. 1,455. A return plane ticket to YYC right now is ر.ق. 3,182.
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Pick up a bargain on tickets to Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located, by booking early. You're more likely to secure a good deal and have a wider selection of flights to choose from.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter and expand your search for cheap flights to Calgary. This will show you all the airports around your departure and arrival points.
Search for plane tickets to Calgary International Airport that have a stop or two. Taking the scenic route can help you save. After your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Calgary
May is typically the cheapest month to jump on a flight to Calgary.
If you're flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to YYC.
July is the most popular month for flights to YYC. It's an ideal time to explore Calgary in full swing.
The quietest time of the year to go is May. Book your plane tickets to Calgary then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.
With averages of between 8ºC and 26ºC, August is when Calgary is warmest. Organise your visit around your preferred weather conditions to get the most out of your trip.
Ranging from -18ºC to 0ºC, December is when temperatures are at their lowest.
With five days of rain on average, January is the driest month in Calgary.
The wettest time of year is June. Travel then and you'll likely get around 12 days of rainfall.
Flying to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Avoid the layovers and travel to Calgary in a single hop. Book a direct flight to Calgary International Airport with one of these airlines:
United is most likely to get you to your destination on time. Up to 86% of its flights into this airport touch down as scheduled, making it an excellent choice when booking your YYC plane ticket.
You'll be arriving in the UTC-6 timezone at YYC.
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Calgary International Airport. Check in and relax at one of these after your flight to YYC:
Start your Calgary holiday sooner by picking up a car hire in YYC. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are some of the top providers to select from here.
Calgary International Airport has an on-time performance of 65%. This percentage reflects how often departing flights from YYC complete their journey without delays.
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Getting to central Calgary from Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The distance from YYC to central Calgary is about 16 kilometres.
Once you've landed from your flight to YYC, expect a drive to the centre of around 20 minutes.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Calgary makes it easy to find your perfect base. Here's a roundup of comfortable hotels to help get you started:
Calgary highlights
Step off your flight to Calgary and make a beeline for these major attractions:
Banff Trail Park: The perfect spot to begin your tour of the city, this landmark is located around 5 kilometres north-west of the city centre.
Garden Retreat: You'll find this park roughly 6 kilometres south of the centre. It offers a nice change of pace while exploring Calgary.
Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre: This will also be a trip highlight. A top landmark, it's around 2 kilometres south of the centre of Calgary.
How to get to Airdrie from Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Headed to the nearby city of Airdrie? It's about 32 kilometres from YYC. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get there by cab or ride-share.
Allow roughly 1 hour 40 minutes if you travel to Airdrie on public transport.
Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Cochrane
If Cochrane is your destination, it's around 32 kilometres from Calgary International Airport.
Going there by car will take you roughly 40 minutes.
Explore more of Canada
There's a whole lot more of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Calgary, head for Edmonton. On the must-see list? Start with West Edmonton Mall, Rogers Place and Citadel Theatre. The most convenient airport for this city is Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
Red Deer is another top destination in Canada and is roughly 129 kilometres north of Calgary. Hit some of the best spots right away at Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Park.
About 177 kilometres south-east of Calgary, Lethbridge is worth working into your travels. Some of the best reasons to visit include Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden, Fort Whoop Up and Scenic Heights Park.
