Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Phoenix and Calgary share the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport flights. The 08:00 departure with WestJet is the earliest you can take. WestJet operates the latest service of the day at 20:05.
Your PHX to YYC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Calgary (and then discovering more of Canada!) is easy with WestJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with WestJet on this route.
WestJet leads the way as the most punctual carrier for PHX to YYC flights, with 82.84% of services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between PHX and YYC:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Calgary Airport (YYC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport flight is $130. A return plane ticket right now is $331. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from PHX to YYC by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from PHX to YYC.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of PHX.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near PHX:
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Calgary Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Calgary and beyond.
Booking your ride from Calgary Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Calgary. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Calgary Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from PHX to YYC in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, head for Kelowna, roughly 402 kilometres west of Calgary. Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park are among the biggest draws.