Flying from Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Edmonton's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Fort Mcmurray.
You can choose from nine weekly Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flights. The 10:35 departure with WestJet is the earliest flight you can take. WestJet operates the latest service of the day at 19:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your YMM to YEG flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Edmonton (and then discovering more of Canada!) is easy with WestJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with WestJet on this route.
With a reliable 80.33% of services arriving as scheduled, WestJet is the most punctual carrier operating YMM to YEG flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight is $111. A round-trip ticket is currently $258. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YMM to YEG.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from YMM to YEG.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM)
67.22% of flights taking off from Fort McMurray International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Fort Mcmurray to Fort McMurray International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport? Check out Travelodge by Wyndham Fort McMurray. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to YMM.
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you're arriving on a late Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near YEG:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Edmonton's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Edmonton International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The quietest month for a flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Edmonton based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edmonton during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YMM to YEG in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Edmonton. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Around 483 kilometres east of Edmonton, Saskatoon is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre.