Travelling from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Richmond.
Your RIC to YYC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Richmond Airport to Calgary Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RIC and YYC include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
74% of flights departing from Richmond Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Richmond Airport from central Richmond, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near RIC? If you're boarding an early flight from Richmond Airport to Calgary Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Richmond Airport to Calgary Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Travel at your own speed 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.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Calgary Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Calgary Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
From Calgary Airport, Calgary is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Richmond Airport to Calgary Airport is November, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Calgary based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Richmond Airport to Calgary Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RIC to YYC in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -22ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a trip to Edmonton will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
