Edmonton to Calgary flights
Direct and connecting flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Edmonton to Calgary take?
Flight time from Edmonton (YEG) to Calgary (YYC) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Edmonton to Calgary?
Airline availability for YEG to YYC changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Edmonton to Calgary?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YEG to YYC varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- WestJet5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
- WestJet Encore5-yr attributed events: 6Last 90 days: none recorded
- Air Canada Jazz5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- AKT5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| WestJet | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| WestJet Encore | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Canada Jazz | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| AKT | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning YEG → YYC
YEG to YYC is a short-haul route of 245 km (152 mi). See the return YYC → YEG route.
Alternative airports near Edmonton: Edmonton (YXD) — 29 km.
Alternative airports near Calgary: Banff (YBA) — 107 km, Red Deer Industrial (YQF) — 119 km.