Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is four hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to YYC. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to YYC that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GIG and YYC include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
79% of flights that leave from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Rio de Janeiro to YYC flight? Kick back in a hotel near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Consider booking a hotel near YYC if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Follow your own route with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Calgary and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport flight.
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Calgary. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Currently, 362 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 752 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to YYC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to YYC.
Find an affordable flight from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
January is the quietest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport (YYC), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Calgary based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro to YYC plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Calgary to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
December sees temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Calgary
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Calgary right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Calgary International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Calgary itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Calgary, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to tick off its popular sights. From Rogers Place to Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
