Flying from San Diego to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from San Diego to Calgary International Airport (YYC).
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct San Diego to Calgary International Airport flight.
Calgary is one hour ahead of San Diego. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Take your pick of 6 direct services every week. WestJet operates a 11:15am departure between SAN and YYC.
Your flight from San Diego 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 for international travel.
During high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Diego to Calgary International Airport (YYC) take off from this terminal.
When jetting out of SAN, you can take a direct flight from San Diego to Calgary International Airport with WestJet.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SAN and YYC is WestJet.
WestJet is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from San Diego to YYC leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Calgary International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is about 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to YYC flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Calgary International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near YYC:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's main sights.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your San Diego to Calgary International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Calgary. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Rs20,373 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Calgary International Airport. Return flights start from Rs50,483. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from San Diego to YYC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest San Diego to Calgary International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on flight tickets from San Diego to YYC.
Save on your flight from San Diego to Calgary International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from San Diego to Calgary International Airport (YYC). July is the peak month for travel to Calgary. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in May.
When booking your San Diego to YYC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
December sees temperatures of between -18ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Calgary International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Calgary
Start your Calgary trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Calgary International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Stampede park and Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre are just two of the top attractions to add to your Calgary must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Calgary Tower.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Around 129 kilometres north of Calgary, Red Deer is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
