Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Flights from YEG to YQU start from 11:30 — the earliest with WestJet. The latest departure is at 12:05 with WestJet. Overall, there are four weekly Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport flights.
Your YEG to YQU flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
WestJet offers direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Grande Prairie — and maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is WestJet.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for YEG to YQU flights is WestJet.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport flight is Rs21,411. A return plane ticket right now is Rs43,002. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from YEG to YQU by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
When it comes to Edmonton International Airport's on-time performance, 69.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Edmonton to Edmonton International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YEG:
Arriving at Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
Book a hotel near YQU if you're on a late Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Grande Prairie Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from National, Avis or Enterprise and venture far and wide through Grande Prairie and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Grande Prairie Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) to central Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie Airport to the centre of Grande Prairie has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
The quietest month for a flight from Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Grande Prairie based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Grande Prairie is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Edmonton International Airport to Grande Prairie Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YEG to YQU in December. Average temperatures are between -22ºC and 0ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Grande Prairie has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres south-east of Grande Prairie, a visit to Edmonton will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Red Deer is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 467 kilometres south-east of Grande Prairie. No journey is complete without a visit to Riverside Meadows Park, Park and Stephanson Park.
