Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
Calgary's timezone is UTC-7, making Calgary two hours behind Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your RDU to YYC flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
WestJet offers direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Calgary — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with WestJet on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RDU and YYC include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Calgary Airport (YYC)
$282 is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport flight. A return flight starts from $583. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RDU to YYC.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to YYC.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights leaving from Raleigh / Durham Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
Book a hotel near YYC if you're taking a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Calgary Airport rental car and discover Calgary and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Calgary Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Calgary Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Calgary. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Calgary in November.
When booking your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Calgary Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to YYC in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -22ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a trip to Edmonton will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.