Flying from Seattle to Calgary International Airport (YYC): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Seattle. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Calgary International Airport (YYC) leaving from here.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Seattle to Calgary International Airport flight.
Calgary is one hour ahead of Seattle. Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
With 23 direct flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the most popular route. WestJet operates the earliest flight at 7:05am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from SEA to YYC is with Alaska Airlines at 9:15pm.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Seattle to YYC. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Seattle to Calgary International Airport (YYC) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
When departing from SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Calgary International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
The top choice among passengers flying between SEA and YYC is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Calgary International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can get to PAE from central Seattle in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to YYC flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Most flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Consider booking a hotel near YYC if you have a late flight from Seattle to Calgary International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Calgary International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Central Calgary is around 19 kilometres from Calgary International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Calgary International Airport is $167. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $377. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from Seattle to YYC by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
August is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Seattle to Calgary International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle to Calgary International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Calgary International Airport (YYC). Visit Calgary in January for a quieter experience.
When booking your Seattle to YYC plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Calgary International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -22ºC and 3ºC.
More about Calgary
Start your Calgary trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Calgary International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Calgary itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Peace Bridge.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a visit to Edmonton will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Red Deer is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 129 kilometres north of Calgary. No journey is complete without visiting Discovery Canyon, Red Deer Mountain Bike Park and Old C.P.R. Bridge.