Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Calgary one hour behind Birmingham.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BHM to YYC flight.
Flying during a peak month such as October? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BHM and YYC include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Of all flights leaving Birmingham Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Birmingham Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BHM. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Calgary Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and find adventure across Calgary and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Calgary Airport around four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Calgary in November.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham Airport to Calgary Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to YYC in February. Average temperatures are between -22ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a trip to Edmonton will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Canada, consider Kelowna, about 402 kilometres west of Calgary. Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park are among the biggest draws.
