Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
1 hour 36 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Vancouver is 1 hour behind Calgary and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
There are 183 flights from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport every week. Take the 06:00 flight if you want to get going as early as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from YYC to YVR is at 23:35.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
WestJet is your ticket to exploring Vancouver (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Canada!). Look through the direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport offered by this airline.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from YYC to YVR, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're flying within Canada. As long as you have another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
ر.ق. 148 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 288. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap flight tickets from YYC to YVR, book your journey 10 months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Calgary, Calgary International Airport can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Searching for a handy hotel close to YYC? If you're on an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 33 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13 ºC to 24 ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -1 ºC and 7 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from YYC to YVR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from YYC to YVR:
Stanley Park and Granville Island are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Vancouver travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Science World.
Consider flying in or out of Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). This domestic airport is another popular option for travelling to or from Vancouver.
Complete your Vancouver trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Vancouver International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Vancouver trip.
