Flying from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Belfast is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC) taking off from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is six hours behind Belfast. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Belfast to YYC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Belfast to YYC with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BFS and YYC include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Belfast International Airport, data shows 67.55% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport. Here's where you can connect between George Best Belfast City Airport and YYC:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can arrive at BHD from central Belfast in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Belfast to YYC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Consider staying in a hotel near YYC if you're catching a late flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up a Calgary International Airport rental car and explore Calgary and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Belfast to Calgary International Airport flight.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Calgary. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Calgary International Airport is ر.ق. 1,202. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,650. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Belfast to YYC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Belfast to Calgary International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Calgary. July is when most people book flights from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Belfast to YYC flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Calgary International Airport in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -18ºC and 0ºC.
More about Calgary
Start your Calgary trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are must-do's during your Calgary adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.