Flying from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport is 7 hours.
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is six hours behind Reykjavik.
Leave enough time to make your KEF to YYC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling to Calgary (and then exploring more of Canada!) is a snap with WestJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
WestJet is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KEF and YYC include:
Vancouver International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight is $140. A return plane ticket right now is $312. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KEF to YYC.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KEF to YYC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
When it comes to Keflavik International Airport's on-time performance, 66.96% of flights complete their journey on time.
Keflavik International Airport is around 48 kilometers from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near KEF? If you're catching an early flight from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and find adventure across Calgary and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Calgary International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
The street address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to central Calgary has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometers away.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Calgary based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Keflavik International Airport to Calgary International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KEF to YYC in December. Average temperatures are between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Calgary, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometers north to Edmonton to tick off its must-visit sights. From Royal Alberta Museum to Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, consider Kelowna, roughly 402 kilometers west of Calgary. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop are among its highlights.