Flying from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Winnipeg Airport (YWG): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Winnipeg's timezone is UTC-6, making Winnipeg one hour ahead of Calgary.
Flights from YYC to YWG start from 06:00 — the first with WestJet. The latest departure is at 21:40 with WestJet. In total, you can take your pick of 61 weekly Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport flights.
Your YYC to YWG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport available through various airlines, getting to Winnipeg (and then other parts of Canada) is a breeze. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is WestJet.
The most punctual carrier operating YYC to YWG flights is WestJet. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.91% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Winnipeg Airport (YWG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport flight is £44. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £74. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from YYC to YWG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YYC to YWG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Calgary Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Of the flights that depart from Calgary Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
Calgary Airport is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near YYC:
Arriving at Winnipeg Airport (YWG)
Book a hotel near YWG if you have a late Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Winnipeg Airport rental car and discover Winnipeg and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Winnipeg Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to central Winnipeg
You'll find YWG at 2000 Wellington Avenue.
From Winnipeg Airport, Winnipeg is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Winnipeg Airport (YWG)
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport. Winnipeg in high season has a buzzing atmosphere, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Calgary Airport to Winnipeg Airport for July if you'd like to explore Winnipeg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYC to YWG in January. Temperatures average between -25ºC and -6ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Winnipeg is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. Around 209 kms (130 miles) west of Winnipeg, a visit to Brandon will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like The Daly House Museum, Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum and Patricia Beach Provincial Park.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Yorkton, about 402 kms (250 miles) north-west of Winnipeg. Western Development Museum, Godfrey Dean Art Gallery and Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame & Museum are among its highlights.