Travelling from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Buenos Aires. Explore your options departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when planning your flight from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport (YYC).
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is three hours behind Buenos Aires.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Buenos Aires to YYC.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Jorge Newbery Airport:
83.76% of flights departing from Jorge Newbery Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Ministro Pistarini Airport and YYC:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can reach EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to YYC flight:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 83.93% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YYC:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport to the centre of Calgary is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Right now, RM2,276 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,517. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to YYC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is when most people book flights from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Visit Calgary in May for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Buenos Aires to YYC plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport in December when temperatures are between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Calgary
Start your Calgary trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Calgary International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are must-do's during your Calgary adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Calgary, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to check off its top sights. From Rogers Place to Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, consider Red Deer, roughly 129 kilometres north of Calgary. Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail are the start of reasons to visit.
