Travelling from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Saskatoon and Calgary follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
Choose from 41 weekly Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport flights. The 05:30 departure with WestJet is the earliest flight you can take. WestJet operates the latest service of the day at 21:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your YXE to YYC flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Calgary (and then exploring more of Canada!) is easy with WestJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
WestJet is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for YXE to YYC flights is WestJet.
How to find the cheapest flights from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Right now, $81 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $159. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YXE to YYC.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YXE to YYC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Saskatoon International Airport (YXE)
59.44% of flights that take off from Saskatoon International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Saskatoon to Saskatoon International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near YXE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Book a hotel close to YYC if you're taking a late Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Calgary and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Calgary International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to central Calgary has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Calgary based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Calgary International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -18ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YXE to YYC around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Calgary, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to check off its leading sights. From Royal Alberta Museum to Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.