Traveling from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
When planning your flight from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct New York to Calgary International Airport flight.
Calgary is two hours behind New York. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
The busiest route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Calgary International Airport (YYC). You can pick from 6 direct services each week. WestJet operates a 5:30pm departure between JFK and YYC.
Your flight from New York to YYC won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC) depart from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from New York to Calgary International Airport with WestJet. This top airline offers services from JFK.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between JFK and YYC is WestJet.
Among carriers on this route, WestJet is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to YYC departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
JFK is around 48 kilometers from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Calgary International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% touch down on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Thinking of flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to YYC are available with Air Canada.
Air Canada is the top choice for travelers flying from EWR to YYC.
With 77.97% of services landing on schedule, Air Canada is the most punctual carrier flying between Newark Liberty International Airport and Calgary International Airport.
Break up your flight from New York to Calgary International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and YYC include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
EWR is around 24 kilometers from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to YYC flight, stay in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Begin your travels at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and head straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from New York to Calgary International Airport out of here.
Get ready for takeoff with WestJet. It offers direct New York to YYC plane tickets from LGA.
WestJet ranks first in bookings for flights from LGA to YYC.
Booking a plane ticket from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC) with one or more stops can offer you a bigger choice of departure times along with better fares. When departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here's where you can detour to on the way to YYC:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
From the center of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour or so if you're on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Calgary International Airport flight:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LGA is a reliable starting point for your trip.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Calgary International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and venture far and wide through Calgary and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your New York to Calgary International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport to central Calgary is about 10 kilometers. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Traveling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
$115 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Calgary International Airport. Return flights start from $207. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book two months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to YYC.
The best month for landing cheap New York to Calgary International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Lock in a cheap flight from New York to Calgary International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is when most people book flights from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Plan your visit to Calgary in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a New York to YYC plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Calgary to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
December sees temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Calgary International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Calgary
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Calgary right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from New York to Calgary International Airport:
Stampede park and Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Calgary must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Calgary Tower.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Calgary. Around 274 kilometers away to the north, popular attractions include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Red Deer is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 129 kilometers north of Calgary. No journey is complete without visiting Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.