Travelling from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Explore your options for taking off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
5 hours 30 minutes is the average journey time for a direct New York to Calgary International Airport flight.
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is two hours behind New York.
Take your pick of 6 direct flights every week between New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Calgary International Airport (YYC). This is the busiest route, with WestJet offering a 5:30pm departure from JFK to YYC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to YYC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Get to your destination in one go from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Nonstop flights from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from New York to Calgary International Airport with WestJet. This popular airline offers services from JFK.
Most travellers choose to book seats with WestJet between JFK and YYC.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is WestJet.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to YYC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Calgary International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about setting out from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC) plane ticket with departures from here.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to YYC are available with Air Canada.
Air Canada attracts the most bookings on the EWR to YYC route.
Book with Air Canada for the most punctual service. Its flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Calgary International Airport arrive as scheduled 83.05% of the time.
Break up your flight from New York to Calgary International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and YYC are:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to YYC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Enjoy a hassle-free trip from start to finish from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Direct flights from New York to Calgary International Airport can be booked from here.
Get ready to jet away with American Airlines. It offers direct New York to YYC plane tickets from LGA.
The top choice among passengers flying between LGA and YYC is American Airlines.
Lock in a plane ticket from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC) departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LGA and YYC are:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Calgary International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of LGA is 69%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Consider booking a hotel close to YYC if you have a late flight from New York to Calgary International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your New York to Calgary International Airport flight.
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
From Calgary International Airport, central Calgary is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Currently, $237 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Calgary International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $542. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to YYC.
July is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a New York to Calgary International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Calgary International Airport.
The best time to fly from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
January is the quietest month for flights from New York to Calgary International Airport (YYC), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Calgary based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your New York to YYC plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
February sees temperatures of between -22ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Calgary International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Calgary
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Calgary International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Calgary:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre, Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge are highlights which should feature on every Calgary itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Red Deer is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 129 kilometres north of Calgary. No journey is complete without experiencing Discovery Canyon, Red Deer Mountain Bike Park and Old C.P.R. Bridge.