Flying from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport (YYC).
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport flight.
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Los Angeles. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Calgary International Airport (YYC), with 24 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from LAX to YYC is the 7am WestJet option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 6:05pm with WestJet.
Your flight from Los Angeles to YYC won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport (YYC) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can lock in a direct flight from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport with WestJet. This top airline offers services from LAX.
The top choice among passengers flying between LAX and YYC is WestJet.
With 66.28% of its services arriving as planned, WestJet is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to YYC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Portland International Airport (PDX)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of LAX.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to YYC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near YYC:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Calgary and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Calgary. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
ج.م. 4,362 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport. A return flight starts at ج.م. 10,492. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap flights from Los Angeles to YYC by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Plan your visit to Calgary in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to YYC flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport in December when temperatures are between -18ºC and 0ºC.
More about Calgary
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Calgary right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Calgary International Airport:
Your Calgary trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Calgary, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to tick off its popular sights. From Rogers Place to Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.