Flying from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Start your adventure at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Search for flights from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport (YYC) that take off from this terminal.
Hop on a direct flight from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 29 minutes.
Calgary is 2 hours behind Ottawa. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the most popular route. There are 46 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Air Canada at 21:05. Opt for the first YOW to YYC departure with WestJet at 06:00 if you want to get going earlier.
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 on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to YYC.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Get there in one go from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport (YYC) can be booked from here.
At YOW, there's a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport, including:
The distance from central Ottawa to YOW is roughly 13 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
In search of a handy hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you have a late flight from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YYC:
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
From Calgary International Airport, Calgary is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
For a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport, Rs25,467 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs49,290. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Ottawa to YYC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Calgary in May when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Ottawa to YYC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -18ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Calgary
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Calgary International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Calgary:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum are highlights which should feature on every Calgary itinerary.
Complete your Calgary trip with a car rental
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