Traveling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport take 55 minutes. Calgary and Edmonton share the same timezone (UTC-6), so you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
Take your pick of 191 weekly flights from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport. The 06:30 departure with Air Canada is the earliest available between YEG and YYC. WestJet operates the latest service of the day at 23:30 if you're not into early starts.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
WestJet is your gateway to exploring Calgary (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Canada!). Look through the direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport offered by this popular airline.
For a domestic flight within Canada, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another kind of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from YEG to YYC, make sure your ID is up to date before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport is $54. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $135. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YEG to YYC.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from YEG to YYC. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Located around 32 kilometers from central Edmonton, Edmonton International Airport can be reached in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near YEG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Book a hotel near YYC if you have a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometers from the center of Calgary. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Calgary in May.
When booking your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Calgary International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -18ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YEG to YYC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Calgary
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Calgary right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from YEG to YYC:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Calgary itinerary.
Complete your Calgary trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Calgary International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Calgary stay.
