Travelling from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Belfast. Check out your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when booking your flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC).
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is 6 hours behind Belfast. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Belfast to YYC.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Belfast to YYC departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
BFS is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 22 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 12 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to YYC:
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Consider staying in a hotel near YYC if you're taking a late flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Calgary. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 1 minute if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Calgary International Airport, Rs104,363 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just Rs191,093. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from Belfast to YYC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Belfast to Calgary International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Belfast to YYC.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Calgary International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Calgary, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Schedule your flight from Belfast to YYC for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Calgary to range from 8ºC to 26ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -18ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Calgary International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Calgary
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Calgary right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport:
Calgary Tower and Heritage Park Historical Village are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Calgary itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Glenbow Museum.
Complete your Calgary trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Belfast to Calgary International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Calgary. Browse the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
