What percentage of Edmonton to Calgary flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, 47.2% of flights from Edmonton to Calgary were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that nearly half of the available options for this route historically involved a direct journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Edmonton to Calgary?

Historically, good prices on flights from Edmonton to Calgary have been frequent. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive fares. Based on data from the trailing 30 days, travelers can often find favorable pricing for this destination.

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Q: How long is the flight from Edmonton to Calgary?

The typical direct flight from Edmonton to Calgary has a median duration of 1 hour. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 30 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 246 kilometers.

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September 11 - September 27

Cheapest

YEG - Calgary

CA$240

CA$126

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September 28 - October 17

Cheapest

YEG - Calgary

CA$237

CA$126

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October 4 - October 17

Cheapest

YEG - Calgary

CA$252

CA$126

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September 11 - September 20

Cheapest

YEG - Calgary

CA$258

CA$126

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September 14 - September 19

Cheapest

YEG - Calgary

CA$277

CA$126

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September 13 - September 19

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Best

YEG - Calgary

CA$272

CA$126

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September 14 - September 20

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Best

YEG - Calgary

CA$271

CA$126

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September 13 - September 20

Cheapest

YEG - Calgary

CA$273

CA$126

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September 9 - September 16

Earliest

YEG - Calgary

CA$271

CA$129

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October 6 - October 20

YEG - Calgary

CA$252

CA$129

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Edmonton to Calgary: Overview

Insights for flights from Edmonton to Calgary

Flights from Edmonton to Calgary cover a distance of 246 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance means you can often find quick travel options between these two Canadian cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Edmonton to Calgary, fares typically range from $140–$359, with a median price of $182. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 18% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edmonton to Calgary? The data indicates that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $145. Other budget-friendly options include February, with a median fare of $150, and August, where the median fare is $151.

A meaningful share of itineraries between Edmonton and Calgary are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Approximately 47.2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Edmonton to Calgary, with connecting itineraries typically involving 1 stopover.

How long is the flight from Edmonton to Calgary? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 1h 0m. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 1h 0m, while connecting flights have a significantly longer median duration of 8h 54m.

How much is a round trip from Edmonton to Calgary

Regular price: CA$216 - CA$344

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Edmonton to Calgary is between 216 CAD and 344 CAD. The current lowest deal is 126 CAD with WestJet, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 20.

now CA$126

Low CA$216

High CA$344

The cheapest time to fly from Edmonton to Calgary

The cheapest month to fly from YEA to YYC is January, with a median price of $91. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $348. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CA$91

May

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Flights from CA$348

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Direct flights from Edmonton to Calgary

WestJet

Last-minute flights going from Edmonton to Calgary

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

YEG - Calgary

Edmonton (YEG) - Calgary (YYC)

Air North Charter - Canada

CA$432

CA$301

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

YEG - Calgary

Edmonton (YEG) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$483

CA$384

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

YEG - Calgary

Edmonton (YEG) - Calgary (YYC)

Air North Charter - Canada

CA$380

CA$262

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

YEG - Calgary

Edmonton (YEG) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$422

CA$359

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

YEG - Calgary

Edmonton (YEG) - Calgary (YYC)

Air North Charter - Canada

CA$412

CA$200

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

YEG - Calgary

Edmonton (YEG) - Calgary (YYC)

Air North Charter - Canada

CA$412

CA$252

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Edmonton to Calgary

2 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 24

CA$287 → CA$123

57%

2 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 17

CA$287 → CA$123

57%

1 night

Oct 19 - Oct 20

CA$286 → CA$123

57%

5 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 20

CA$282 → CA$123

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Edmonton to Calgary

Edmonton - Calgary route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Edmonton to Calgary are below the typical level, with a median price of $182.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Edmonton to Calgary, with a median price of $91.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 0m

Direct flights from Edmonton to Calgary typically take 1h 0m, while connecting flights average 8h 54m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

WestJet offers direct flights

WestJet offers direct flights on this route. 47.2% of recent flights were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet has a recent deal for $126

WestJet recently offered a deal for $126 from Edmonton to Calgary, departing Oct 19.

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Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Edmonton to Calgary are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Edmonton main airports to depart from

Edmonton International (YEG)

Cheapest

Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is a convenient option for flights from Edmonton to Calgary.

📍 ~37 km from Edmonton city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$110

Calgary main airports to arrive at

Calgary International (YYC)

Cheapest

Calgary International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Edmonton to Calgary.

📍 ~17 km from Calgary city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$110

Airports nearby Calgary used as alternative

Edmonton International (YEG)

Edmonton International is a major international hub with an extensive route network, offering high reliability and frequency.

📍 ~290 km from Calgary (approximately a 3-hour drive, winter conditions can be hazardous)

Kelowna International (YLW)

Cheapest

Kelowna International is the largest regional airport in the interior, offering significant domestic connectivity and various cabin classes.

📍 ~400 km from Calgary (requires driving through major mountain passes subject to closures)

💸 Flights from ~CA$112

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International (YXC)

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International offers relatively close proximity to the Calgary region with full cabin class availability.

📍 ~270 km from Calgary (mountainous terrain can affect flight reliability in winter)

💸 Flights from ~CA$305

Lethbridge (YQL)

Lethbridge is the geographically closest alternative airport, offering easy highway access from Calgary.

📍 ~200 km from Calgary

Glacier Park International (FCA)

Glacier Park International offers strong connectivity for US-bound travelers with multiple cabin classes.

📍 ~280 km from Calgary (requires an international border crossing and US customs)

💸 Flights from ~CA$475

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Calgary

Historically, the optimal time to purchase flights from Edmonton to Calgary is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $173. Prices tend to be higher outside this period, with tickets bought 0-6 days out averaging around $213, and those purchased 14-27 days in advance averaging $353. These trends are based on pricing data observed across the trailing quarter.

A fare of $140 or less for a flight from Edmonton to Calgary is considered a good price. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during the same period was $182, while prices in the upper quartile reached $359.

Historically, October has been the best month to fly from Edmonton to Calgary, with a median price of $145. February and August also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $150 and $151 respectively. These months typically offer better value compared to the annual median price of $182 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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