Cheap flights from Vancouver to Calgary

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From Vancouver to Calgary

What days are direct flights available from Vancouver to Calgary?

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 7,075 users have taken a look at flights from Vancouver to Calgary.

What percent of flights are delayed?

Airlines departing from Vancouver to Calgary can be delayed by up to 31 min or more.

How many passenger seats are available on a flight on this route?

Expect 3,191 seats to be available on average per day for flights from Vancouver to Calgary.

What is the cheapest airline for this route?

While looking for the best option consider Air Canada, our data currently shows that they have the cheapest flight available for the flight path. When travelling from Vancouver to Calgary, generally 411 flights depart for this route daily.

How long does the flight from Vancouver to Calgary take?

When flying direct, expect to fly for about 2 hours. The travel distance is approximately 428 kilometres.

How many flights depart from Vancouver to Calgary on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 264 flights from Vancouver to Calgary a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 5% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 33% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 41% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 21% of flight departures

Is Vancouver weather warmer or cooler than Calgary?

Temperatures around the 25 °C's can be experienced in July. The weather in Calgary is hotter than in Vancouver. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.

What airports serve Vancouver to Calgary flights?

Flights depart daily from Vancouver’s leading airports for Calgary, but it is Vancouver International that offers the largest number of options and non-stop airlines. It is the largest of the area’s three airports (the others are Vancouver Coal Harbour, a hub for sea planes from Kenmore Air and Harbour Air, and Vancouver Boundary Bay - about 20 minutes from Vancouver International Airport with FBO services for corporate and private aircraft and helicopter services). It is roughly 15km from the city’s central business district, which is 20-minute car trip that usually takes more than 30 due to traffic. The airport is accessible by taxi, shuttle, limousine services or ride-share services. There is also a direct train link into the city, via the Canada Line train/subway, with stations conveniently located downtown at Yaletown-Roundhouse, Vancouver City Centre and Waterfront.

Which airlines fly directly from Vancouver to Calgary?

Flight times are typically less than two hours. Several carriers make trips from Vancouver to Calgary, and most are non-stop journeys. The most common carriers are Air Transat, Flair Airlines, WestJet and Air Canada.

What are the stopover options on flights from Vancouver to Calgary?

Air Canada does hassome stopovers at Kelowna International Airport and Edmonton International Airport.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Vancouver to Calgary?

Canadian citizens must have either a Canadian passport, a NEXUS card, a Free and Secure Trade (FAST) card, or an enhanced driver's license (EDL) or enhanced identification card (EIC). Non-Canadians must have a passport and any visas or visa waivers that are required for travel to the U.S./outside Canada. All travelers should retain all essential travel documents whenever making their way through an airport as this facilitates easier travel, boarding, and departures. It is advisable to carry proof of your citizenship, such as a birth certificate, certificate of citizenship or naturalization, as well as photo identification.