Flying from Houston to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Houston's main base, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Houston to Calgary International Airport (YYC).
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Houston to Calgary International Airport flight.
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Houston. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.
The busiest route is from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Calgary International Airport (YYC), with 20 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from IAH to YYC is the 8am WestJet option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 7:50pm with United Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Houston to YYC.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Reach your destination without the detour from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Nonstop flights from Houston to Calgary International Airport (YYC) are available from here.
WestJet is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Houston to Calgary International Airport departing from IAH.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between IAH and YYC is WestJet.
United is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to YYC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Houston to Calgary International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Houston Hobby Airport:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Houston to YYC flight? Check in to a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
79% of flights leaving Houston Hobby Airport meet their expected arrival time.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Calgary International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YYC:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Houston to Calgary International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Calgary. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
₹ 13,557 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Calgary International Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 30,063. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to YYC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Houston to Calgary International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Save money on your flight from Houston 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 Houston to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Houston to Calgary International Airport (YYC). July is the busiest month to visit Calgary. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in January.
When booking your Houston to YYC plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Calgary International Airport in February when temperatures are between -22ºC and 3ºC.
More about Calgary
Start your Calgary trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Calgary International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre, Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge are highlights which should be on any good Calgary itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a visit to Edmonton will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Red Deer is another standout destination in Canada and is around 129 kilometres north of Calgary. No trip is complete without seeing Discovery Canyon, Red Deer Mountain Bike Park and Old C.P.R. Bridge.
