Travelling from London Airport (YXU) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Airport to Calgary Airport.
Calgary's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Calgary two hours behind London.
Each week, there are ten London Airport to Calgary Airport flights. To get going early, opt for the 06:00 WestJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:00 with WestJet.
To ensure you get on your YXU to YYC flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Calgary (and then discovering more of Canada!) is a cinch with WestJet. This popular airline has direct flights from London Airport to Calgary Airport.
WestJet has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a reliable 81.97% of services arriving on schedule, WestJet has the best on-time record for YXU to YYC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Airport (YXU) to Calgary Airport (YYC)
90 € is the lowest price for a one-way London Airport to Calgary Airport flight. Return flights start from 176 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from YXU to YYC by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Airport to Calgary Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from YXU to YYC.
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Handy information about London Airport (YXU)
70% of flights taking off from London Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near YXU. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Airport to Calgary Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
If you're getting in on a late London Airport to Calgary Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near YYC:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Calgary Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Calgary and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Calgary Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Calgary Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
The street address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Calgary. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from London Airport to Calgary Airport is November, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Calgary based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from London Airport to Calgary Airport for August if you want to visit Calgary during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YXU to YYC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a visit to Edmonton will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Kelowna is another standout destination in Canada and is around 402 kilometres west of Calgary. No trip is complete without experiencing Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.