Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary is seven hours behind Birmingham and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BHX to YYC flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between BHX and YYC include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Calgary Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport flight is $512. A return ticket is currently $1,186. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to YYC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BHX to YYC is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Of the flights that depart from Birmingham Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Birmingham Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
Consider staying in a hotel near YYC if you have a late Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Calgary Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Calgary and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Calgary Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Calgary Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Calgary. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Calgary. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHX to YYC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada and is around 402 kilometres west of Calgary. No journey is complete without a visit to Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.