Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is 2 hours.
Winnipeg's timezone is UTC-5, making Winnipeg one hour ahead of Calgary.
Flights from YYC to YWG start from 07:50 — the earliest with Air Canada. The last service of the day is at 21:30 with WestJet. Overall, you can take your pick of 101 weekly Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your YYC to YWG flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. When you're ready to start your Winnipeg holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Canada:
Air Canada is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for YYC to YWG flights is WestJet.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
RM212 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM402. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from YYC to YWG, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Of the departures from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% touch down on time at their destination.
Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to YYC:
Arriving at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to YWG if you're on a late Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Winnipeg's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to central Winnipeg
You'll find YWG at 2000 Wellington Avenue.
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to the centre of Winnipeg has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Winnipeg in April.
When reserving your flight from Calgary International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Winnipeg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -25ºC (-13ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYC to YWG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Winnipeg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres west of Winnipeg, a trip to Brandon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like The Daly House Museum, Brandon General Museum and Archive and Rock Park Community Garden.
Yorkton is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 402 kilometres north-west of Winnipeg. No journey is complete without a visit to Patrick Park, Ravine Ecological Preserve and Jackson Park.