Travelling from Denver to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Denver's main base, Denver International Airport (DEN), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Denver to Calgary International Airport (YYC).
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Denver to Calgary International Airport flight.
Calgary's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Denver. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.
With 21 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Denver International Airport (DEN) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 11:20am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from DEN to YYC is with WestJet at 7:40pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Denver to YYC, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
You can jump on a direct flight from Denver to Calgary International Airport (YYC) departing from Denver International Airport (DEN).
United Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Denver to Calgary International Airport taking off from DEN.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between DEN and YYC is United Airlines.
United Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. A reliable 82.64% of its departures on this route reach their destination on schedule.
Travelling from central Denver to DEN takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Get your flight from Denver to Calgary International Airport off to a stress-free start. Only a short drive from Denver International Airport, spend the night at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Denver International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.23% of flights that depart DEN arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Have a late flight from Denver to Calgary International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near YYC and fast-forward to bedtime:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Denver to Calgary International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport to the centre of Calgary is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Denver to Calgary International Airport is 64 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 193 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Denver to YYC, book your ticket two months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Denver to Calgary International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Denver to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to visit Calgary. July is when most people book flights from Denver to Calgary International Airport (YYC), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Denver to YYC plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Calgary to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Denver to Calgary International Airport in December when temperatures are between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Calgary
After booking your flight from Denver to Calgary International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Calgary:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are must-visits when exploring Calgary.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a trip to Edmonton will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Red Deer is another standout destination in Canada and is around 129 kilometres north of Calgary. No trip is complete without experiencing Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
