Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.
Calgary and Edmonton share the same timezone, UTC-6.
You can choose from 94 weekly Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with WestJet is the earliest you can take. WestJet operates the last service of the day at 23:30.
Your YYC to YEG flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. When you're ready to start your Edmonton adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Canada:
Most passengers choose to fly with Air North on this route.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier that operates YYC to YEG flights, with 79.49% of its services landing on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight is ₹ 5,408. A round-trip fare right now is ₹ 10,150. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from YYC to YEG.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights departing from Calgary International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Calgary International Airport from central Calgary, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near YYC:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Reserve a hotel near YEG if you're taking a late Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Edmonton International Airport rental car and discover Edmonton and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Edmonton International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
From Edmonton International Airport, Edmonton is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Edmonton based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Calgary International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edmonton, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 25ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC to YEG in February. Temperatures average between -25ºC and 0ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Edmonton, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel around 274 kilometres south to Calgary to tick off its leading sights. From Calgary Tower to Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 483 kilometres east of Edmonton, Saskatoon is another favourite stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre.
