Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with WestJet is the earliest flight available. WestJet operates the last service of the day at 23:40.
Give yourself enough time to make your YYC to YXC flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
WestJet has direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Cranbrook — and maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
WestJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier offering YYC to YXC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
Right now, $143 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $163. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from YYC to YXC, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, 65.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near YYC:
Arriving at Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
Consider checking in to Travellers Motel after touching down from your Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from YXC and a comfy option if you're eager to catch some z's soon after landing.
Pick up a Canadian Rockies International Airport rental car and explore Cranbrook and beyond with your own set of wheels. National, Enterprise and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Canadian Rockies International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) to central Cranbrook
From Canadian Rockies International Airport, Cranbrook is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Cranbrook in April.
Book your flight from Calgary International Airport to Canadian Rockies International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Cranbrook during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YYC to YXC in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Cranbrook. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Around 483 kilometres north of Cranbrook, Edmonton is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.