Flying from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport (YYC) leaving from here.
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to YYC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Melbourne to YYC that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEL and YYC include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to YYC flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving as planned.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Calgary and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Calgary International Airport flight.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport to central Calgary is around 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
$595 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport. Return flights start at $1,240. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to YYC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Calgary International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Calgary. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport (YYC), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Melbourne to YYC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
December sees temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Calgary
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Calgary International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Calgary:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are top sights which should feature on every Calgary itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Calgary, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to tick off its popular sights. From Rogers Place to Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.