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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver to Calgary flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Vancouver to Calgary

Vancouver to Calgary: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vancouver to Calgary below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Calgary.

Vancouver to Calgary: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$79
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week795

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Calgary: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Calgary is $79. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Calgary.
Delta, WestJet and Air Canada fly direct from Vancouver to Calgary.
As of January 2026, there are 795 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Calgary.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Calgary is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Calgary Airport on Saturday, 28 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Calgary but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Calgary is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Calgary is WestJet .

Travelling from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know

  • Start planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Explore your options for setting off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH), two of the city's main airports.

  • Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 30 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Vancouver to Calgary International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Vancouver. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.

  • The most popular route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Calgary International Airport (YYC), with 193 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from YVR to YYC is the 5am WestJet option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 10:45pm with Air Canada.

  • Your flight from Vancouver to YYC won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport (YYC) are available from here.

  • You'll have your choice of carriers that offer direct flights from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport departing from YVR. Book your seat with one of these:

  • WestJet is the airline most travellers choose for flights from YVR to YYC.

  • With 72.11% of its services landing as planned, Air Canada is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to YYC flight:

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • Start your trip at Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and go straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport from here.

  • You can fly out of YXX with WestJet. This popular carrier offers direct Vancouver to YYC flight tickets.

  • WestJet is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from YXX to YYC.

  • The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is WestJet. Its services land without delay 68.4% of the time.

  • From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Calgary International Airport flight:

  • The on-time performance record of YXX is 67.97%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.

About Calgary International Airport (YYC)

Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary

  • The centre of Calgary is around 10 kilometres from Calgary International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • $17 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport. Return flights start at $79. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To score cheap flights from Vancouver to YYC, book your flight ticket 11 months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Vancouver to Calgary International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Vancouver to YYC.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Calgary. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport (YYC), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.

  • Before locking in your Vancouver to YYC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.

  • December has temperatures of between -18ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Calgary International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Calgary

Explore more of Canada

  • Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Red Deer, roughly 129 kilometres north of Calgary. Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail are highlights.

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